For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,311 students in Green River, WY (there are 1 private school, serving 19 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in Green River, WY are educated in public schools (compared to the WY state average of 97%).
The top ranked public schools in Green River, WY are Washington Elementary School, Harrison Elementary School and Lincoln Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Green River, WY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Wyoming public school average of 49%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in Green River have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Wyoming public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wyoming public school average of 24% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Green River, WY (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
750 West 5th North
Green River, WY 82935
(307) 872-2000
Green River, WY 82935
(307) 872-2000
Grades: K-5
| 213 students
Rank: #22.
Harrison Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1825 Alabama Drive
Green River, WY 82935
(307) 872-1700
Green River, WY 82935
(307) 872-1700
Grades: K-5
| 218 students
Rank: #33.
Lincoln Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
350 Monroe Avenue
Green River, WY 82935
(307) 872-4400
Green River, WY 82935
(307) 872-4400
Grades: 6-8
| 519 students
Rank: #44.
Monroe Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
250 Monroe Avenue
Green River, WY 82935
(307) 872-4000
Green River, WY 82935
(307) 872-4000
Grades: K-5
| 295 students
Rank: #55.
Green River High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1615 Hitching Post Drive
Green River, WY 82935
(307) 872-4747
Green River, WY 82935
(307) 872-4747
Grades: 9-12
| 757 students
Rank: #66.
Truman Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1055 West Teton Boulevard
Green River, WY 82935
(307) 872-1900
Green River, WY 82935
(307) 872-1900
Grades: K-5
| 266 students
Rank: #77.
Expedition Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
410 Upland Way
Green River, WY 82935
(307) 872-4800
Green River, WY 82935
(307) 872-4800
Grades: 9-12
| 43 students
Green River, Wyoming Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2200 East Teton Boulevard
Green River, WY 82935
(307) 872-1800
Green River, WY 82935
(307) 872-1800
Grades: K-4
| 221 students
250 Monroe Avenue
Green River, WY 82935
(307) 872-4000
Green River, WY 82935
(307) 872-4000
Grades: 5-6
| 384 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Green River, WY?
The top ranked public schools in Green River, WY include Washington Elementary School, Harrison Elementary School and Lincoln Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Green River?
7 public schools are located in Green River.
What percentage of students in Green River go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in Green River are educated in public schools (compared to the WY state average of 97%).
What is the racial composition of students in Green River?
Green River public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wyoming public schools average of 24% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Green River are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Green River include: Truman Elementary School vs. Harrison Elementary School, Harrison Elementary School vs. Truman Elementary School
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