Serving 189 students in grades 6-8, Newcastle Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Wyoming for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 189 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Newcastle Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Newcastle school district, encompassing approximately 1,619.9 square miles around Newcastle, WY. The average distance to the edge of the zone is about 27.8 miles, with the furthest point being nearly 49.8 miles away, and most families typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Newcastle Middle School's student population of 189 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
189 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Newcastle Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 303 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newcastle Middle School is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.41. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#65 out of 303 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
53%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
12%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
84%
75%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.4%
34.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newcastle Middle School's ranking?
Newcastle Middle School is ranked #65 out of 303 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wyoming.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Newcastle Middle School?
189 students attend Newcastle Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Newcastle Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newcastle Middle School?
Newcastle Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Newcastle Middle School offer ?
Newcastle Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Newcastle Middle School part of?
Newcastle Middle School is part of Weston County School District #1.
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