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6.6 avg / 10

Sheridan County School District #1

School District · Ranchester, Wyoming

Students: 1,153
Teachers (FTE): 90

Avg Rating

6.6

out of 10

Schools

8

3 elem, 2 mid, 3 high

Per-Pupil Spending

$18,112

Student-Teacher Ratio

12.8:1

How this district compares

Wyoming rank

#22 of 45

districts by avg. composite

Vs. state average

+0.3

above Wyoming avg

Per-pupil spending

$18,112

$2,281 vs Wyoming median

District size

1,153 students

Typical than Wyoming median

About Sheridan County School District #1

Sheridan County School District #1 is a Ranchester, Wyoming school district serving 8 schools. The district educates 1,153 students with a student-teacher ratio of 12.8:1. The district invests $18,112 per student annually.

With an average rating of 6.6/10, Sheridan County School District #1 demonstrates solid academic performance.

The highest-rated school in the district is Big Horn High School, which has a composite score of 8.2/10.

In standardized testing, Sheridan County School District #1 students show an average math proficiency of 57.3% and ELA proficiency of 65.5%.

The district includes 3 elementary schools , 2 middle schools , and 3 high schools.

District Map

Schools in Sheridan County School District #1, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.

District Average Test Scores

Math Proficiency 57.3%
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ELA Proficiency 65.5%
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Average proficiency across all schools in Sheridan County School District #1 with test data.

District Details

State
Wyoming
City
Ranchester
Total Enrollment
1,153
Teachers (FTE)
90
Child Poverty Rate
0.1%
Data Year
2023

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Sheridan County School District #1?

Sheridan County School District #1 has 8 schools in total — 3 elementary, 2 middle, and 3 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.

What is the average rating for Sheridan County School District #1?

The average composite rating for Sheridan County School District #1 is 6.6/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.

What is the per-pupil spending in Sheridan County School District #1?

Sheridan County School District #1 spends $18,112 per student per year.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Sheridan County School District #1?

The average student-teacher ratio in Sheridan County School District #1 is 12.8:1.

What is the top-rated school in Sheridan County School District #1?

Big Horn High School is the highest-rated school in Sheridan County School District #1 with a composite score of 8.2/10.

What are the test scores in Sheridan County School District #1?

Across schools in Sheridan County School District #1 with test data, the average math proficiency is 57.3% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 65.5%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.

How does Sheridan County School District #1 compare to other districts in Wyoming?

Sheridan County School District #1 has an average school rating of 6.6/10 across 8 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 are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.

District Averages

Overall Rating
6.6/10
Math Proficiency
57.3%
ELA Proficiency
65.5%

Resources

🔍 Search for District Website 📄 Official NCES Data 🏫 GreatSchools Profile 📍 View on Google Maps

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 methodology

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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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