Serving 428 students in grades 7-8, Star Valley Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 60% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 428 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Star Valley Middle School serves the northern part of Afton, WY, covering an extensive area of approximately 1,135 square miles. Families within this zone typically drive 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being nearly 40 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Star Valley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Star Valley Middle School's student population of 428 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
428 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Star Valley 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 Star Valley Middle School is 0.15, 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
#50 out of 303 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
53%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
3%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
75%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. 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)32.5%
34.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Star Valley Middle School's ranking?
Star Valley Middle School is ranked #50 out of 303 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Star Valley Middle School?
428 students attend Star Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Star Valley Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Star Valley Middle School?
Star Valley Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Star Valley Middle School offer ?
Star Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Star Valley Middle School part of?
Star Valley Middle School is part of Lincoln County School District #2.
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