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#144 of 301 schools in WY
Top 48% in state
Black Butte High School
High School · Sweetwater County School District #1
P.O. Box 1089, Rock Springs, WY 82902
Enrollment
102
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
6.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
102
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
6.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wyoming schools
#144 of 301
In Rock Springs
#2 of 10
public schools
In district
#4 of 13
Sweetwater County School District #1
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Black Butte High School
Black Butte High School is a public high school in Rock Springs, WY, part of Sweetwater County School District #1. Black Butte High School serves approximately 102 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Black Butte High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #144 of 301 schools in WY.
Structured state assessment records for Black Butte High School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- WY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 102 students, Black Butte High School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Black Butte High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 9.3:1 students to teachers, Black Butte High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Black Butte High School — Students at Black Butte High School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from WY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.
How Black Butte High School Compares
See how Black Butte High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
P.O. Box 1089, Rock Springs, WY 82902
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Black Butte High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Green River High School (rated 6.3/10, 13.3 miles away, in nearby Green River), with a very similar rating. Another option is Expedition Academy (rated 5.0/10, 13.3 miles away, in nearby Green River), a more accessible option. Additionally, Rock Springs High School (rated 4.0/10, 1.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Rock Springs, see our Rock Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
18 within 13.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Rock Springs Junior High Rock Springs | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| HOLY SPIRIT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Rock Springs | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Eastside Elementary Rock Springs | 1.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Walnut Elementary Rock Springs | 1.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Stagecoach Elementary Rock Springs | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Desert View Elementary Rock Springs | 2.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Rock Springs High School Rock Springs | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Sage Elementary Rock Springs | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Pilot Butte Elementary Rock Springs | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Northpark Elementary Rock Springs | 3.0 mi | 5.6 |
| GREEN RIVER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Green River | 12.7 mi | — |
| Harrison Elementary Green River | 12.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Truman Elementary Green River | 12.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Washington Elementary Green River | 12.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Lincoln Middle School Green River | 13.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Expedition Academy Green River | 13.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Green River High School Green River | 13.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Monroe Elementary School Green River | 13.2 mi | 5.4 |
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|---|---|
| PODER Academy Secondary School Cheyenne, WY | 6.5 |
| Shoshoni High School Shoshoni, WY | 6.4 |
| Guernsey-Sunrise High School Guernsey, WY | 6.8 |
| JACKSON HOLE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Jackson, WY | 7.4 |
| Lingle-Ft. Laramie High School Lingle, WY | 7.4 |
| HEM Junior/Senior High School Hanna, WY | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Black Butte High School
What grades does Black Butte High School serve?
Black Butte High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Black Butte High School?
Black Butte High School has an enrollment of approximately 102 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Black Butte High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Black Butte High School is 9.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Black Butte High School rank in WY?
Black Butte High School ranks #144 of 301 schools in WY.
What is Black Butte High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Black Butte High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Black Butte High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Black Butte High School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
Is Black Butte High School a charter school?
No, Black Butte High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Black Butte High School a Title I school?
No, Black Butte High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Black Butte High School?
44.1% of students at Black Butte High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 102
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.1%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Sweetwater County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.1%
- Phone
- (307) 352-3290
- 4-Year Graduation
- 84.5%
Resources & Links
District
Sweetwater County School District #1- District Enrollment
- 4,842
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,924
- District Rank
- #4 of 13
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