Serving 250 students in grades 6-8, Rocky Mountain Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wyoming for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% 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: 250 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rocky Mountain Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Cowley, WY school district, covering approximately 451.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 15.4 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest edge located 39.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rocky Mountain Middle School's student population of 250 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
250 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Rocky Mountain Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 303 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rocky Mountain Middle School is 0.37, 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
#163 out of 303 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
53%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
16%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
78%
75%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.8%
34.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Rocky Mountain Middle School's ranking?
Rocky Mountain Middle School is ranked #163 out of 303 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wyoming.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Rocky Mountain Middle School?
250 students attend Rocky Mountain Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Rocky Mountain Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rocky Mountain Middle School?
Rocky Mountain Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rocky Mountain Middle School offer ?
Rocky Mountain Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rocky Mountain Middle School part of?
Rocky Mountain Middle School is part of Big Horn County School District #1.
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