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Rawlins High School

High School · Carbon County School District #1

615 Rodeo, Rawlins, WY 82301

Enrollment

414

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

5.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wyoming schools

#203 of 301

In Rawlins

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

Carbon County School District #1

Academic growth

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Rawlins High School

5.5/10

High School in Rawlins · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.2/10

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About Rawlins High School

Rawlins High School is a public high school in Rawlins, WY, part of Carbon County School District #1. Rawlins High School serves approximately 414 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Rawlins High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #203 of 301 schools in WY.

Structured state assessment records for Rawlins High School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • WY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Rawlins 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.

31% of students at Rawlins 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.8Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-0.79 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2022
TrendStable
Academics3.4Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-18.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile15th
College Readiness4.6Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation4.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,251
Chronic Absenteeism30.9%

Rawlins High School — Students at Rawlins High School score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

26.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 34.2% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 40.3% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from WY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2010
Math
39%
ELA
55%
2011
Math
44%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
30%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
35%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
35%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
35%
ELA
49%
2021*
Math
35%
ELA
49%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
43%

* 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: 8.8/10.

How Rawlins High School Compares

See how Rawlins High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
33th percentile in WY
Academic
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
8.8/10
Excellent
Environment
5.5/10
Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.3
Sports
2
1 boys' · 1 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
27%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.9%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
4.8% participation·State avg: 2.3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics2sports offered
1 boys'·1 girls'·4 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

615 Rodeo, Rawlins, WY 82301

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rawlins High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Saratoga Middle/High School (rated 8.5/10, 32.3 miles away, in nearby Saratoga), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Victory High School (rated 4.9/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Rawlins, see our Rawlins schools guide .

Nearby Schools

6 within 32.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Rawlins Middle School Rawlins 0.3 mi 7.2
Victory High School Rawlins 0.5 mi 4.9
Little Snake River Valley School Baggs 1.1 mi 7.6
Rawlins Elementary Rawlins 1.1 mi 7.6
Saratoga Middle/High School Saratoga 32.3 mi 8.5
Saratoga Elementary Saratoga 32.5 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 82301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,925

Median Home Value

$208,000

Median Rent

$833/mo

Population

8,267

College Educated

18.5%

Homeownership

73.5%

Poverty Rate

12.7%

Median Age

38.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rawlins High School

What grades does Rawlins High School serve?

Rawlins High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Rawlins High School?

Rawlins High School has an enrollment of approximately 414 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rawlins High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Rawlins High School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Rawlins High School rank in WY?

Rawlins High School ranks #203 of 301 schools in WY.

What is Rawlins High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Rawlins High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Rawlins High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Rawlins High School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

Is Rawlins High School a charter school?

No, Rawlins High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Rawlins High School a Title I school?

No, Rawlins High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rawlins High School?

26.8% of students at Rawlins 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
16 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
16 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
414
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
26.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Carbon County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.9%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

Carbon County School District #1
District Enrollment
1,610
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,251
District Rank
#4 of 5

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