Best Schools in Cheyenne, Wyoming
40 schools · 29 Elementary · 6 Middle · 5 High
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.9/10
- Median household income
- $77,446
- Median home value
- $308,267
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 30%
- Avg commute
- 18 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 70%
24% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Cheyenne compares
Wyoming rank
#30 of 42
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.4
below Wyoming avg (6.3)
Median household income
$77k
103% of Wyoming median
Schools in this city
38
About Schools in Cheyenne, Wyoming
Cheyenne is Wyoming's capital and largest city, and its public school system reflects a mid-sized district with meaningful variation in quality. Parents will find 36 ranked public schools serving the city, with performance spanning a wide range. The average school score across Cheyenne sits at 5.9 out of 10 — a useful baseline when sizing up individual options.
The top of the rankings is anchored by PODER Academy, which earns an 8.0 out of 10 and leads all ranked public schools in the city. Close behind are Davis Elementary at 7.9 and Baggs Elementary at 7.7, both strong performers at the elementary level. PODER Academy Secondary School extends the PODER brand into high school with a 7.6 rating, and Dildine Elementary rounds out the top five at 7.5. Altogether, 8 schools — 22% of ranked public schools — score 7.0 or above, giving families a real pool of high-performing options to consider, particularly at the elementary level where the strongest results are concentrated.
That concentration matters for planning. Elementary-age families have the most high-scoring options available. The secondary landscape is thinner at the top, with PODER Academy Secondary School standing out as a clear above-average choice for older students. Parents with children moving through multiple grade levels will want to map out the full K-12 pipeline, not just the entry point.
Practically speaking, Cheyenne's school quality is uneven, which makes address-to-school assignment worth checking carefully. With 22% of schools clearing the 7-plus threshold against a city average of 5.9, where a family lives can significantly affect the school their child attends by default. Parents should use school ratings alongside enrollment boundary tools to identify whether their home address feeds into one of the stronger performers — or whether open enrollment or magnet options like PODER Academy might be worth pursuing. Visiting schools and reviewing grade-level test data alongside overall ratings will sharpen any comparison.
Elementary Schools
29 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 214 students · Kindergarten–6th | 8.0 |
| 2 | 323 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.9 |
| 3 | 324 students · Pre-K–6th | 7.7 |
| 4 | 300 students · Kindergarten–4th | 7.5 |
| 5 | 211 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.4 |
| 6 | 316 students · Pre-K–4th | 7.3 |
| 7 | 443 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.1 |
| 8 | 170 students · Kindergarten–4th | 6.7 |
| 9 | 381 students · Pre-K–6th | 6.7 |
| 10 | 87 students · 3rd–6th | 6.3 |
| 11 | 126 students · Pre-K–6th | 6.3 |
| 12 | 270 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.3 |
| 13 | 235 students · Pre-K–6th | 6.2 |
| 14 | 122 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.2 |
| 15 | 99 students · Pre-K–3rd | 5.9 |
| 16 | 311 students · Pre-K–6th | 5.9 |
| 17 | 308 students · Kindergarten–6th | 5.9 |
| 18 | 103 students · Pre-K–2nd | 5.8 |
| 19 | 311 students · Pre-K–6th | 5.6 |
| 20 | 343 students · Pre-K–6th | 5.0 |
| 21 | 316 students · Kindergarten–6th | 4.7 |
| 22 | 321 students · Kindergarten–6th | 4.4 |
| 23 | 222 students · Kindergarten–6th | 3.8 |
| 24 | 163 students · Pre-K–6th | 3.6 |
| 25 | 309 students · Pre-K–6th | 3.5 |
Show 4 more elementary schools
| 26 | 353 students · Kindergarten–6th | 3.5 | ||
| Private Schools 3 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | ST MARY S SCHOOL
Private
99 students · Pre-K–6th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL
Private
77 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 3 | MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CHEYENNE
Private
20 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
6 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 619 students · 7th–8th | 6.6 | ||
| 2 | 640 students · 7th–8th | 5.1 | ||
| 3 | 68 students · 4th–6th | 4.8 | ||
| 4 | 485 students · 5th–6th | 4.8 | ||
| 5 | 836 students · 7th–8th | 4.6 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | LAURA E MASON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
Private
5 students · 1st–6th | Not Rated | ||
High Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 120 students · 7th–12th | 7.6 |
| 2 | 1,506 students · 9th–12th | 6.5 |
| 3 | 1,284 students · 9th–12th | 5.9 |
| 4 | 168 students · 9th–12th | 5.8 |
| 5 | 1,159 students · 9th–12th | 5.7 |
Schools in Cheyenne
Cheyenne, Wyoming · 40 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 3 ZIP codes
Median Income
$77,446
Median Home Value
$308,267
Median Rent
$1,090/mo
Population
95,110
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
70%
Avg Commute
18 min
Poverty Rate
10.7%
Community Profile
Cheyenne has a median household income of $77,446. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $308,267, with a median rent of $1,090/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.7%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 18 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Quick Facts
- State
- Wyoming
- Total Schools
- 40
- Elementary
- 29
- Middle
- 6
- High
- 5
- Districts
- 1
- Avg Rating
- 5.9/10
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Wyoming
Top metros statewide by school count.
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
Read our full methodologyFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Cheyenne, Wyoming
How many schools are in Cheyenne, Wyoming?
Cheyenne has 40 schools, including 36 public and 4 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Cheyenne, Wyoming?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Cheyenne is 5.9 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.
What is the top-ranked school in Cheyenne, Wyoming?
The top-ranked school in Cheyenne on MySchoolScout is Poder Academy with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Cheyenne, Wyoming?
The top-ranked elementary school in Cheyenne on MySchoolScout is Poder Academy with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Cheyenne, Wyoming?
The top-ranked middle school in Cheyenne on MySchoolScout is Mccormick Junior High School with a composite score of 6.6/10.
What is the best high school in Cheyenne, Wyoming?
The top-ranked high school in Cheyenne on MySchoolScout is Poder Academy Secondary School with a composite score of 7.6/10.
How many school districts serve Cheyenne, Wyoming?
Cheyenne is served by 1 school district: Laramie County School District #1.
What is the education level in Cheyenne, Wyoming?
According to Census data, 30% of adults in Cheyenne have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Cheyenne, Wyoming?
The median household income in Cheyenne is approximately $77,446 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Cheyenne, Wyoming?
Yes, Cheyenne has 4 private schools alongside 36 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Mary S School with a score of 8.0/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Cheyenne, Wyoming?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Cheyenne is 12.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Cheyenne, Wyoming?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Wyoming Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.