Serving 143 students in grades 6-8, Wyoming Indian 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 143 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WY
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wyoming Indian Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district, encompassing approximately 126.4 square miles in Lander, WY. Families can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 7.9 miles and the furthest edge located 12.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wyoming Indian Middle School's student population of 143 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
143 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 Motto
It is the Mission of Wyoming Indian Schools to ensure everyone continually learns and becomes a positive contributor in society while utilizing Indigenous language and tradition.
School Rankings
Wyoming Indian 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 Wyoming Indian Middle School is 0.04, 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
#295 out of 303 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
53%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
98%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)65%
34.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
3%
9%
Showing 2001–2018. Full 20-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 Wyoming Indian Middle School's ranking?
Wyoming Indian Middle School is ranked #295 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Wyoming Indian Middle School?
143 students attend Wyoming Indian Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Wyoming Indian Middle School students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wyoming Indian Middle School?
Wyoming Indian Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Wyoming Indian Middle School offer ?
Wyoming Indian Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wyoming Indian Middle School part of?
Wyoming Indian Middle School is part of Fremont County School District #14.
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