Serving 249 students in grades 6-8, Worland Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Wyoming for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 24% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 249 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Worland Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Worland Middle School's student population of 249 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
249 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Worland Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 309 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Worland Middle School is 0.48, which is more 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
#59 out of 309 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
3%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
27%
15%
Black
n/a
1%
White
67%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
25%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Worland Middle School's ranking?
Worland Middle School is ranked #59 out of 309 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% WY state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Worland Middle School?
249 students attend Worland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Worland Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Worland Middle School?
Worland Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Worland Middle School offer ?
Worland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Worland Middle School part of?
Worland Middle School is part of Washakie County School District #1.
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