7.0 avg / 10

Best Schools in Sheridan, Wyoming

11 schools · 7 Elementary · 2 Middle · 2 High

Last updated: July 2026

Public: 9

Private: 2

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 7.0/10

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Use this page to compare every school in Sheridan by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

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Elementary · Sheridan County School District #2. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Sheridan for 2026 are Sagebrush Elementary (9.1/10), Woodland Park Elementary (8.8/10), and Highland Park Elementary (7.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 9 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.

Best value · beats the odds

Sagebrush Elementary

Rates 9.1/10 despite 51% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.1 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Sheridan schools.

Top-Rated Schools in Sheridan

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (9 of 11). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

#	School	Rating	Level	Value	State %ile
1	Sagebrush Elementary	9.1 / 10	Elementary	+2.1	98th
2	Woodland Park Elementary	8.8 / 10	Elementary	+1.4	94th
3	Highland Park Elementary	7.8 / 10	Elementary	+0.1	77th
4	Meadowlark Elementary	7.4 / 10	Elementary	-0.2	69th
5	Henry A. Coffeen Elementary	7.1 / 10	Elementary	+0.4	65th
6	Sheridan Junior High School	7.1 / 10	Middle	-0.4	65th
7	Sheridan High School	7.0 / 10	High	-0.7	63th
8	Holy Name Catholic School	4.3 / 10	Elementary	—	19th
9	John C. Schiffer Collaborative School	4.1 / 10	High	-2.8	15th

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Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 7.0/10
Median household income: $70,315
Median home value: $339,500
Bachelor's degree or higher: 34%
Avg commute: 14 min
Owner-occupied homes: 67%

How Sheridan compares

Wyoming rank

#18 of 42

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.7

above Wyoming avg (6.2)

Median household income

$70k

93% of Wyoming median

Schools in this city

9

About Schools in Sheridan, Wyoming

Sheridan, Wyoming is home to 11 schools, including 9 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 7 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools.

With an average rating of 7.0 out of 10, schools in Sheridan show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

The highest-performing school in Sheridan is Sagebrush Elementary with a composite score of 9.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Sheridan is served by 1 school district: Sheridan County School District #2. These districts collectively serve 3,484 students.

Sheridan's community shows 34% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $70,315. The poverty rate in the area is 10.9%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Elementary Schools

7 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Sagebrush Elementary 322 students · Kindergarten–5th	322	Kindergarten–5th	9.1
2	Woodland Park Elementary 293 students · Pre-K–5th	293	Pre-K–5th	8.8
3	Highland Park Elementary 305 students · Pre-K–5th	305	Pre-K–5th	7.8
4	Meadowlark Elementary 321 students · Kindergarten–5th	321	Kindergarten–5th	7.4
5	Henry A. Coffeen Elementary 286 students · Kindergarten–5th	286	Kindergarten–5th	7.1
Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	Holy Name Catholic School Private 42 students · Pre-K–5th	42	Pre-K–5th	4.3
2	Martin Luther Grammar School Private 19 students · Kindergarten–6th	19	Kindergarten–6th	—

Middle Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Sheridan Junior High School 783 students · 6th–8th	783	6th–8th	7.1
2	The Wright Place 16 students · 6th–8th	16	6th–8th	—

High Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Sheridan High School 1,064 students · 9th–12th	1,064	9th–12th	7.0
2	John C. Schiffer Collaborative School 59 students · 9th–12th	59	9th–12th	4.1

Schools in Sheridan

Sheridan, Wyoming · 11 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$70,315

Median Home Value

$339,500

Median Rent

$942/mo

Population

25,727

College Educated

34%

Homeownership

67%

Avg Commute

14 min

Poverty Rate

10.9%

Community Profile

Sheridan has a median household income of $70,315. It is an area where 34% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $339,500, with a median rent of $942/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.9%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 14 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State: Wyoming
Elementary: 7
Middle: 2
High: 2

Resources

🔍 Google "Sheridan schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Sheridan 📊 Niche Sheridan Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools

School District

Sheridan County School District #2

10 schools · 3,484 students

Nearby Cities

Ranchester (3 schools)

Other Major Cities in Wyoming

Top metros statewide by school count.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Sheridan, Wyoming

How many schools are in Sheridan, Wyoming?

Sheridan has 11 schools, including 9 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Sheridan, Wyoming?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Sheridan is 7.0 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

What is the top-ranked school in Sheridan, Wyoming?

The top-ranked school in Sheridan on MySchoolScout is Sagebrush Elementary with a composite score of 9.1/10.

What is the best elementary school in Sheridan, Wyoming?

The top-ranked elementary school in Sheridan on MySchoolScout is Sagebrush Elementary with a composite score of 9.1/10.

What is the best middle school in Sheridan, Wyoming?

The top-ranked middle school in Sheridan on MySchoolScout is Sheridan Junior High School with a composite score of 7.1/10.

What is the best high school in Sheridan, Wyoming?

The top-ranked high school in Sheridan on MySchoolScout is Sheridan High School with a composite score of 7.0/10.

How many school districts serve Sheridan, Wyoming?

Sheridan is served by 1 school district: Sheridan County School District #2.

What is the education level in Sheridan, Wyoming?

According to Census data, 34% of adults in Sheridan have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Sheridan, Wyoming?

The median household income in Sheridan is approximately $70,315 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Sheridan, Wyoming?

Yes, Sheridan has 2 private schools alongside 9 public schools. The top-rated private school is Holy Name Catholic School with a score of 4.3/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Sheridan, Wyoming?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Sheridan is 11.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Sheridan, 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 built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.