Serving 75 students in grades 6-8, Wind River 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 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Wyoming state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Wyoming state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 25% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 75 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wind River Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Pavillion, WY, covering approximately 1,312.5 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 20 to 30 minutes and an average distance of 27.9 miles to the zone edge, extending up to 55.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wind River Middle School's student population of 75 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
75 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wind River 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 Wind River Middle School is 0.59, 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
#169 out of 303 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
27%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
75%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.7%
34.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Cougar colors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wind River Middle School's ranking?
Wind River Middle School is ranked #169 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Wind River Middle School?
75 students attend Wind River Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Wind River Middle School students are White, 27% of students are American Indian, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wind River Middle School?
Wind River Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Wind River Middle School offer ?
Wind River Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wind River Middle School part of?
Wind River Middle School is part of Fremont County School District # 6.
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