Serving 387 students in grades 6-8, Powell Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Wyoming for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% 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: 387 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Powell Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Powell, WY, encompassing approximately 1,464.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 28.8 miles to the edge of the zone and the furthest edge located 63.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Powell Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Powell Middle School's student population of 387 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
387 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1908
School Calendar
School Rankings
Powell Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 303 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Powell Middle School is 0.33, 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
#34 out of 303 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
53%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
75%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.5%
34.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Orange and Black
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Powell Middle School's ranking?
Powell Middle School is ranked #34 out of 303 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming.
What schools are Powell Middle School often compared to?
Powell Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Powell High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Powell Middle School?
387 students attend Powell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Powell Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Powell Middle School?
Powell Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Powell Middle School offer ?
Powell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Powell Middle School part of?
Powell Middle School is part of Park County School District # 1.
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