Needs Improvement
#300 of 301 schools in WY
Platte River School
High School · Goshen County School District #1
3100 West C Street Suite A, Torrington, WY 82240
Enrollment
31
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
1.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
31
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
1.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wyoming schools
#300 of 301
In Torrington
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#11 of 11
Goshen County School District #1
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About Platte River School
Platte River School is a public high school in Torrington, WY, part of Goshen County School District #1. Platte River School serves approximately 31 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Platte River School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 1.9 out of 10 and ranks #300 of 301 schools in WY.
Structured state assessment records for Platte River School show 25% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).
- This school 1.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.3
- WY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 31 students, Platte River 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.
74% of students at Platte River 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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Platte River School — Students at Platte River School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
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Test Scores WY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 2 test records from WY state assessments. About our data
How Platte River School Compares
See how Platte River 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
3100 West C Street Suite A, Torrington, WY 82240
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Platte River School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Southeast High School (rated 9.0/10, 12.6 miles away, in nearby Yoder), which scores notably higher. Another option is MITCHELL SECONDARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 21.4 miles away, in nearby Mitchell), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lingle-Ft. Laramie High School (rated 7.4/10, 8.7 miles away, in nearby Lingle), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Torrington, see our Torrington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 30.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Torrington Middle School Torrington | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Torrington High School Torrington | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Torrington | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| ST JOSEPH'S CHILDREN'S HOME Torrington | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Trail Elementary Torrington | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Lincoln Elementary Torrington | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Lingle-Ft. Laramie High School Lingle | 8.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Lingle-Ft. Laramie Elementary Lingle | 8.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Lingle-Ft. Laramie Middle School Lingle | 8.7 mi | 4.8 |
| CHALK BUTTE SCHOOL Harrison | 8.6 mi | — |
| Southeast Elementary Yoder | 12.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Southeast Junior High School Yoder | 12.6 mi | 8.7 |
| Southeast High School Yoder | 12.6 mi | 9.0 |
| MORRILL ELEMENTARY Morrill | 15.6 mi | 4.6 |
| TRI COMMUNITY PRESCHOOL Morrill | 15.7 mi | 3.2 |
| MORRILL HIGH SCHOOL Morrill | 15.8 mi | 5.4 |
| MITCHELL SECONDARY SCHOOL Mitchell | 21.4 mi | 8.4 |
| MITCHELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mitchell | 21.9 mi | 6.6 |
| TIGER CUB PRESCHOOL Mitchell | 21.9 mi | — |
| LaGrange Elementary La Grange | 30.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 82240 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,568
Median Home Value
$233,900
Median Rent
$788/mo
Population
9,547
College Educated
23.9%
Homeownership
72.7%
Avg Commute
14.8 min
Poverty Rate
13.8%
Median Age
42.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Platte River School
What grades does Platte River School serve?
Platte River School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Platte River School?
Platte River School has an enrollment of approximately 31 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Platte River School?
The student-teacher ratio at Platte River School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Platte River School rank in WY?
Platte River School ranks #300 of 301 schools in WY.
What is Platte River School's MySchoolScout rating?
Platte River School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 1.9 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 Platte River School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Platte River School has 25% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).
Is Platte River School a charter school?
No, Platte River School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Platte River School a Title I school?
No, Platte River School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 31
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Goshen County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 74.2%
- Phone
- (307) 532-7101
- 4-Year Graduation
- <50%
Resources & Links
District
Goshen County School District #1- District Enrollment
- 1,636
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,948
- District Rank
- #11 of 11
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