Serving 186 students in grades 5-8, Thermopolis Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Wyoming for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 186 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Thermopolis Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Thermopolis school district, covering approximately 2006.4 square miles. Families may experience a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 55.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thermopolis Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Thermopolis Middle School's student population of 186 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
186 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Thermopolis Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 303 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thermopolis Middle School is 0.29, 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
#15 out of 303 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
53%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
75%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.1%
34.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Thermopolis Middle School's ranking?
Thermopolis Middle School is ranked #15 out of 303 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Wyoming.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Thermopolis Middle School?
186 students attend Thermopolis Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Thermopolis Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thermopolis Middle School?
Thermopolis Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Thermopolis Middle School offer ?
Thermopolis Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thermopolis Middle School part of?
Thermopolis Middle School is part of Hot Springs County School District #1.
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