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 2,616 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 48%. 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.
Student by Ethnicity
(WY) School Average
American Indian
3%
Asian
1%
Hispanic
15%
Black
1%
White
76%
Two or more races
4%
Top Ranked Public Schools in Wyoming (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Student Proficiency
Grades
Location
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Poder Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: ≥95% (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: #1 - 21. - 2.
Wilson Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 85-89% (Top 1%)
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 - 64. - 6.
Colter 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
1855 High School Road
Jackson, WY 83001
(307) 733-9651
Jackson, WY 83001
(307) 733-9651
Rank: #4 - 64. - 6.
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: #4 - 64. - 6.
Southeast 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-6
1 Lacy Street
Yoder, WY 82244
(307) 532-3679
Yoder, WY 82244
(307) 532-3679
Rank: #77.
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: #88.
Osmond Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
Math: 78% (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 - 109. - 10.
Little Snake River Valley 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-12
333 North Street
Baggs, WY 82321
(307) 383-2185
Baggs, WY 82321
(307) 383-2185
Rank: #9 - 109. - 10.
Woodland Park 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: PK-5
1010 East Woodland Park Road
Sheridan, WY 82801
(307) 674-7937
Sheridan, WY 82801
(307) 674-7937
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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