Serving 141 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Midwest 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower 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 24% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 141 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in WY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Midwest School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Midwest School's student population of 141 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
141 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Midwest School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 309 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Midwest School is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.39. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#286 out of 309 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
3%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
14%
15%
Black
n/a
1%
White
84%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
28%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Midwest School's ranking?
Midwest School is ranked #286 out of 309 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wyoming.
What schools are Midwest School often compared to?
Midwest Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crest Hill Elementary School, Cottonwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% WY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Midwest School?
The graduation rate of Midwest School is 80%, which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 82%.
How many students attend Midwest School?
141 students attend Midwest School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Midwest School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Midwest School?
Midwest School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Midwest School offer ?
Midwest School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Midwest School part of?
Midwest School is part of Natrona County School District #1.
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