Very Good
#70 of 301 schools in WY
Top 23% in state
Highland Park Elementary
Elementary School · Sheridan County School District #2
2 Mydland Road, Sheridan, WY 82801
Enrollment
305
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
305
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wyoming schools
#70 of 301
In Sheridan
#3 of 8
public schools
In district
#4 of 9
Sheridan County School District #2
Academic performance
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Highland Park Elementary
Highland Park Elementary is a public elementary school in Sheridan, WY, part of Sheridan County School District #2. Highland Park Elementary serves approximately 305 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Highland Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #70 of 301 schools in WY.
Structured state assessment records for Highland Park Elementary show 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 8.2
- WY avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Highland Park Elementary — Students at Highland Park Elementary score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
28.5%
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
↓ 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 Highland Park Elementary Compares
See how Highland Park Elementary 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
2 Mydland Road, Sheridan, WY 82801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Highland Park Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Big Horn Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Big Horn), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sagebrush Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Story Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 16.2 miles away, in nearby Story), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sheridan, see our Sheridan schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 23.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sheridan High School Sheridan | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| MARTIN LUTHER GRAMMAR SCHOOL Sheridan | 0.9 mi | — |
| Sagebrush Elementary Sheridan | 1.1 mi | 9.1 |
| The Wright Place Sheridan | 1.3 mi | — |
| Sheridan Junior High School Sheridan | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Meadowlark Elementary Sheridan | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| HOLY NAME CATHOLIC SCHOOL Sheridan | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Henry A. Coffeen Elementary Sheridan | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| John C. Schiffer Collaborative School Sheridan | 3.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Woodland Park Elementary Sheridan | 4.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Big Horn Middle School Big Horn | 7.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Big Horn Elementary Big Horn | 8.0 mi | 9.2 |
| Big Horn High School Big Horn | 8.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Slack Elementary Ranchester | 11.4 mi | — |
| Tongue River Elementary Ranchester | 11.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Tongue River Middle School Ranchester | 11.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Story Elementary Story | 16.2 mi | 9.0 |
| Tongue River High School Dayton | 14.7 mi | 5.7 |
| The Bridge School Dayton | 14.7 mi | — |
| Spring Creek School Decker | 23.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 82801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,315
Median Home Value
$339,500
Median Rent
$942/mo
Population
25,727
College Educated
33.5%
Homeownership
66.8%
Avg Commute
14.2 min
Poverty Rate
10.9%
Median Age
42.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Afton Elementary Afton, WY | 7.8 |
| Greybull Elementary Greybull, WY | 7.8 |
| Lincoln Elementary Torrington, WY | 7.8 |
| West Side Elementary Worland, WY | 7.8 |
| Washington Elementary Green River, WY | 7.7 |
| Burns Elementary Burns, WY | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Highland Park Elementary
What grades does Highland Park Elementary serve?
Highland Park Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Highland Park Elementary?
Highland Park Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 305 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Highland Park Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Highland Park Elementary is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Highland Park Elementary rank in WY?
Highland Park Elementary ranks #70 of 301 schools in WY.
What is Highland Park Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Highland Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Highland Park Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Highland Park Elementary has 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
Is Highland Park Elementary a charter school?
No, Highland Park Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Highland Park Elementary a Title I school?
No, Highland Park Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Highland Park Elementary?
28.5% of students at Highland Park Elementary 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 305
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 28.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Sheridan County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.1%
- Phone
- (307) 672-2113
Resources & Links
District
Sheridan County School District #2- District Enrollment
- 3,484
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,381
- District Rank
- #4 of 9
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