Serving 746 students in grades 7-8, Rock Springs Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wyoming for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 746 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rock Springs Junior High serves the northwest part of Rock Springs, WY, covering an extensive area of approximately 3,019.8 square miles. Families in this zone typically drive 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of about 49.7 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 96 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rock Springs Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Rock Springs Junior High School's student population of 746 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
746 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
'It always seems impossible until it's done.'
School Rankings
Rock Springs Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 303 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rock Springs Junior High School is 0.49, which is more 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
#144 out of 303 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
53%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
28%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
66%
75%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.7%
34.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Jaguars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rock Springs Junior High School's ranking?
Rock Springs Junior High School is ranked #144 out of 303 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wyoming.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Rock Springs Junior High School?
746 students attend Rock Springs Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Rock Springs Junior High School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rock Springs Junior High School?
Rock Springs Junior High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rock Springs Junior High School offer ?
Rock Springs Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rock Springs Junior High School part of?
Rock Springs Junior High School is part of Sweetwater County School District #1.
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