Johnson County School District #1
School District · Buffalo, Wyoming
Avg Rating
7.7
out of 10
Schools
6
2 elem, 1 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,710
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.8:1
Avg Rating
7.7
out of 10
Schools
6
2 elem, 1 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,710
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.8:1
Evaluating Johnson County School District #1?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Johnson County School District #1 as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Clear Creek Middle School
Buffalo · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Meadowlark Elementary
Buffalo · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Cloud Peak Elementary
Buffalo · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Wyoming rank
#7 of 45
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+1.4
above Wyoming avg
Per-pupil spending
$21,710
+$1,317 vs Wyoming median
District size
1,190 students
Typical than Wyoming median
The short answer
Johnson County School District #1 ranks #7 of 45 Wyoming districts by overall school rating. Johnson County School District #1's schools with real test data average 7.5/10 across 5 schools. Its top-rated schools are Clear Creek Middle School (9.0/10), Meadowlark Elementary (8.8/10), and Cloud Peak Elementary (7.0/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Johnson County School District #1
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (5 of 6). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Clear Creek Middle School | 9.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Meadowlark Elementary | 8.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Cloud Peak Elementary | 7.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Kaycee School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 5 | Buffalo High School | 6.2 / 10 |
See all 6 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Johnson County School District #1
Johnson County School District #1 is a Buffalo, Wyoming school district serving 6 schools. The district educates 1,190 students with a student-teacher ratio of 9.8:1. The district invests $21,710 per student annually.
With an average rating of 7.7/10, Johnson County School District #1 is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is Clear Creek Middle School, which has a composite score of 9.0/10.
In standardized testing, Johnson County School District #1 students show an average math proficiency of 60.6% and ELA proficiency of 60.5%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 2 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Johnson County School District #1, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Johnson County School District #1 with test data.
Schools in Johnson County School District #1
6 schools Elementary Schools 2
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 2
Other Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Wyoming
- City
- Buffalo
- Total Enrollment
- 1,190
- Teachers (FTE)
- 121
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Johnson County School District #1?
Johnson County School District #1 has 6 schools in total — 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Johnson County School District #1?
The average composite rating for Johnson County School District #1 is 7.7/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Johnson County School District #1?
Johnson County School District #1 spends $21,710 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Johnson County School District #1?
The average student-teacher ratio in Johnson County School District #1 is 9.8:1.
What is the top-rated school in Johnson County School District #1?
Clear Creek Middle School is the highest-rated school in Johnson County School District #1 with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What are the test scores in Johnson County School District #1?
Across schools in Johnson County School District #1 with test data, the average math proficiency is 60.6% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 60.5%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Johnson County School District #1 compare to other districts in Wyoming?
Johnson County School District #1 has an average school rating of 7.7/10 across 6 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Wyoming by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 7.7/10
- Math Proficiency
- 60.6%
- ELA Proficiency
- 60.5%
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Compare Johnson County School District #1 with neighboring districts in the state.
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- Sweetwater County School District #2 (9)
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- Fremont County School District #25 (8)
- Sheridan County School District #1 (8)
- Platte County School District #1 (7)
- Park County School District # 1 (7)
- Big Horn County School District #1 (6)
- Carbon County School District #2 (6)
- Laramie County School District #2 (6)
- Carbon County School District #1 (5)
- Crook County School District #1 (5)
- Fremont County School District # 6 (5)
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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.
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