Wyoming is the #47 largest school system in the United States, serving 91,063 students across the 363 public schools for the 2025 school year (there are 39 private schools, serving 2,604 students). 97% of all K-12 students in Wyoming attend public schools, compared to the national average of 90%.
The percentage of students achieving math proficiency in Wyoming is 49%. The percentage of students achieving reading proficiency is 53%.
The top-ranked public schools in Wyoming are Poder Academy, Wilson Elementary School, and Big Horn Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test scores.
Minority enrollment is 24%, with the majority being Hispanic and the student-teacher ratio is 12:1.
Top Ranked Public Schools in Wyoming (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Student Proficiency
Grades
Location
Rank: #11.
Poder Academy
Charter School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 85-89% (Top 1%)
Reading: 80-84% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-6
2201 Morrie Avenue
Cheyenne, WY 82001
(307) 632-2248
Cheyenne, WY 82001
(307) 632-2248
Rank: #22.
Wilson Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 80-84% (Top 5%)
Reading: 85-89% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-5
5200 Hhr Ranch Road
Jackson, WY 83001
(307) 733-3077
Jackson, WY 83001
(307) 733-3077
Rank: #33.
Big Horn Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 85-89% (Top 1%)
Reading: 75-79% (Top 5%)
Grades: K-5
333 Us Highway 335
Big Horn, WY 82833
(307) 672-3497
Big Horn, WY 82833
(307) 672-3497
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Big Horn High School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
Math: 80-84% (Top 5%)
Reading: 75-79% (Top 5%)
Grades: 9-12
333 Us Highway 335
Big Horn, WY 82833
(307) 674-8190
Big Horn, WY 82833
(307) 674-8190
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Sagebrush Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
Math: 80-84% (Top 5%)
Reading: 75-79% (Top 5%)
Grades: K-5
1685 Hillpond Drive
Sheridan, WY 82801
(307) 672-9059
Sheridan, WY 82801
(307) 672-9059
Rank: #66.
Alta Elementary School
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
Math: ≥80% (Top 5%)
Reading: ≥80% (Top 5%)
Grades: K-5
15 Alta School Road
Alta, WY 83414
(307) 353-2472
Alta, WY 83414
(307) 353-2472
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Cokeville Elementary School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
Math: 80-89% (Top 1%)
Reading: 70-79% (Top 10%)
Grades: K-6
250 North Sage
Cokeville, WY 83114
(307) 279-3233
Cokeville, WY 83114
(307) 279-3233
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Osmond Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
Math: 77% (Top 5%)
Reading: 78% (Top 5%)
Grades: 4-6
3120 State Highway 241
Afton, WY 83110
(307) 885-9457
Afton, WY 83110
(307) 885-9457
Rank: #9 - 139. - 13.
Big Horn Middle School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
Math: 75-79% (Top 5%)
Reading: 75-79% (Top 5%)
Grades: 6-8
333 Us Highway 335
Big Horn, WY 82833
(307) 674-8190
Big Horn, WY 82833
(307) 674-8190
Rank: #9 - 139. - 13.
Colter Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
Math: 75-79% (Top 5%)
Reading: 75-79% (Top 5%)
Grades: K-5
1855 High School Road
Jackson, WY 83001
(307) 733-9651
Jackson, WY 83001
(307) 733-9651
Overview
This State (WY)
# Schools
363 Schools
# Students
91,063 Students
Gender %
# Teachers
7,452 Teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
Student By Grade
State Acdeamy
State Average (WY)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
Graduation Rate
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.39
# American Indian Students
2,989 Students
% American Indian Students
3%
# Asian Students
539 Students
% Asian Students
1%
# Hispanic Students
13,547 Students
% Hispanic Students
15%
# Black Students
752 Students
% Black Students
1%
# White Students
69,613 Students
% White Students
76%
# Hawaiian Students
142 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
# Two or more races Students
3,481 Students
% of Two or more races Students
4%
All Ethnic Groups
State Revenue and Spending
This State (WY)
Total Revenue
$1,932 MM
Spending
$1,866 MM
Revenue / Student
$21,219
Spending / Student
$20,493
Best Wyoming Public Schools by County (2025)
Popular neighborhoods: Granite (1 schools).
County
# Schools
# Students
% Minority
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Wyoming?
The top-ranked public schools in Wyoming include Poder Academy, Wilson Elementary School, and Big Horn Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Wyoming?
363 public schools are located in Wyoming.
What percentage of students in Wyoming go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in Wyoming attend public schools (compared to the national average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Wyoming?
Minority enrollment in Wyoming is 24%, with the majority being Hispanic.
Which public schools in Wyoming are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Wyoming include: Twin Spruce Junior High School vs. Sage Valley Junior High School, Natrona County High School vs. Kelly Walsh High School, Sage Valley Junior High School vs. Twin Spruce Junior High School
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