Needs Improvement
#267 of 301 schools in WY
Pathfinder High School
High School · Fremont County School District # 1
863 Sweetwater Street, Lander, WY 82520
Enrollment
54
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
3.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
54
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
3.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wyoming schools
#267 of 301
In Lander
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
Fremont County School District # 1
Academic growth
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Pathfinder High School
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About Pathfinder High School
Pathfinder High School is a public high school in Lander, WY, part of Fremont County School District # 1. Pathfinder High School serves approximately 54 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Pathfinder High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #267 of 301 schools in WY.
Structured state assessment records for Pathfinder High School show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.8
- WY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 54 students, Pathfinder 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 Pathfinder 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.
85% of students at Pathfinder High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Pathfinder High School — Students at Pathfinder High School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
46.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 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: 7.1/10.
How Pathfinder High School Compares
See how Pathfinder 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
863 Sweetwater Street, Lander, WY 82520
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pathfinder High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Frontier Academy (rated 7.2/10, 21.6 miles away, in nearby Riverton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lander Valley High School (rated 5.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Riverton High School (rated 4.5/10, 21.5 miles away, in nearby Riverton), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lander, see our Lander schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 22.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Gannett Peak Elementary Lander | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Baldwin Creek Elementary Lander | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Lander Middle School Lander | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Lander Valley High School Lander | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Wyoming Indian Elementary Ethete | 10.4 mi | 3.2 |
| Wyoming Indian High School Ethete | 12.6 mi | 3.2 |
| Wyoming Indian Middle School Ethete | 13.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Ft. Washakie Middle School Ft. Washakie | 12.8 mi | 2.9 |
| Ft. Washakie Elementary Ft. Washakie | 12.8 mi | 3.2 |
| Ft. Washakie High School Ft. Washakie | 12.8 mi | 3.7 |
| Arapahoe Charter High School Arapahoe | 15.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Arapahoe Elementary Arapahoe | 15.7 mi | 3.0 |
| St. Stephens Indian School St. Stephens | 19.4 mi | — |
| Riverton High School Riverton | 21.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Willow Creek Elementary Riverton | 21.4 mi | 8.7 |
| Frontier Academy Riverton | 21.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Riverton Middle School Riverton | 21.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Jackson Elementary Riverton | 22.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Rendezvous Elementary Riverton | 22.1 mi | 7.6 |
| SMART-START MONTESSORI ACADEMY Riverton | 22.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 82520 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,000
Median Home Value
$318,300
Median Rent
$882/mo
Population
13,385
College Educated
35.4%
Homeownership
73.8%
Avg Commute
14.7 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
39
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Horizon Alternative School Evanston, WY | 4.1 |
| John C. Schiffer Collaborative School Sheridan, WY | 4.1 |
| Arapahoe Charter High School Arapahoe, WY | 4.4 |
| Swift Creek High School Afton, WY | 3.0 |
| Whiting High School Laramie, WY | 4.6 |
| Rock River High School Rock River, WY | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pathfinder High School
What grades does Pathfinder High School serve?
Pathfinder High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Pathfinder High School?
Pathfinder High School has an enrollment of approximately 54 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pathfinder High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Pathfinder High School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pathfinder High School rank in WY?
Pathfinder High School ranks #267 of 301 schools in WY.
What is Pathfinder High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Pathfinder 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 Pathfinder High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pathfinder High School has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
Is Pathfinder High School a charter school?
No, Pathfinder High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pathfinder High School a Title I school?
No, Pathfinder High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pathfinder High School?
46.3% of students at Pathfinder 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
- 54
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.3%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Fremont County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 85.2%
- Phone
- (307) 335-7050
- 4-Year Graduation
- 49.5%
Resources & Links
District
Fremont County School District # 1- District Enrollment
- 1,612
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,393
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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