Needs Improvement
#266 of 301 schools in WY
Ft. Washakie High School
High School · Fremont County School District #21
90 Ethete Rd., Ft. Washakie, WY 82514
Enrollment
87
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Score
3.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
87
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Score
3.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wyoming schools
#266 of 301
In Ft. Washakie
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
Fremont County School District #21
Academic growth
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Ft. Washakie High School
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About Ft. Washakie High School
Ft. Washakie High School is a public high school in Ft. Washakie, WY, part of Fremont County School District #21.
Ft. Washakie High School serves approximately 87 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 6.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Ft.
Washakie High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #266 of 301 schools in WY. Structured state assessment records for Ft. Washakie High School show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- WY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 87 students, Ft. Washakie 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 Ft. Washakie 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 6.7:1 students to teachers, Ft. Washakie 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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Ft. Washakie High School — Students at Ft. Washakie High School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 20 test records from WY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 7.4/10.
How Ft. Washakie High School Compares
See how Ft. Washakie 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
90 Ethete Rd., Ft. Washakie, WY 82514
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ft. Washakie High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Wind River High School (rated 8.2/10, 19.1 miles away, in nearby Pavillion), which scores notably higher. Another option is Frontier Academy (rated 7.2/10, 22.4 miles away, in nearby Riverton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lander Valley High School (rated 5.9/10, 12.1 miles away, in nearby Lander), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ft. Washakie, see our Ft. Washakie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 22.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ft. Washakie Middle School Ft. Washakie | 0.0 mi | 2.9 |
| Ft. Washakie Elementary Ft. Washakie | 0.0 mi | 3.2 |
| Wyoming Indian High School Ethete | 4.3 mi | 3.2 |
| Wyoming Indian Elementary Ethete | 4.5 mi | 3.2 |
| Wyoming Indian Middle School Ethete | 4.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Lander Valley High School Lander | 12.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Baldwin Creek Elementary Lander | 12.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Lander Middle School Lander | 12.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Pathfinder High School Lander | 12.8 mi | 3.7 |
| Gannett Peak Elementary Lander | 13.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Wind River Elementary Pavillion | 19.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Wind River Learning Academy Pavillion | 19.0 mi | — |
| Wind River High School Pavillion | 19.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Wind River Middle School Pavillion | 19.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Arapahoe Charter High School Arapahoe | 18.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Arapahoe Elementary Arapahoe | 18.6 mi | 3.0 |
| St. Stephens Indian School St. Stephens | 22.0 mi | — |
| Riverton High School Riverton | 22.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Frontier Academy Riverton | 22.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Riverton Middle School Riverton | 22.5 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 82514 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$31,797
Median Home Value
$94,500
Median Rent
$575/mo
Population
1,294
College Educated
10.9%
Homeownership
61.8%
Poverty Rate
33.1%
Median Age
32.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Pathfinder High School Lander, WY | 3.7 |
| John C. Schiffer Collaborative School Sheridan, WY | 4.1 |
| Swift Creek High School Afton, WY | 3.0 |
| Whiting High School Laramie, WY | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ft. Washakie High School
What grades does Ft. Washakie High School serve?
Ft. Washakie High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Ft. Washakie High School?
Ft. Washakie High School has an enrollment of approximately 87 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ft. Washakie High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ft. Washakie High School is 6.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ft. Washakie High School rank in WY?
Ft. Washakie High School ranks #266 of 301 schools in WY.
What is Ft. Washakie High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ft. Washakie High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Ft. Washakie High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ft. Washakie High School has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
Is Ft. Washakie High School a charter school?
No, Ft. Washakie High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ft. Washakie High School a Title I school?
No, Ft. Washakie High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ft. Washakie High School?
100.0% of students at Ft. Washakie 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 87
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Fremont County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 90.8%
- Phone
- (307) 332-0142
- 4-Year Graduation
- 44.5%
Resources & Links
District
Fremont County School District #21- District Enrollment
- 409
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $48,705
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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