Very Good
#108 of 301 schools in WY
Top 36% in state
Sheridan Junior High School
Middle School · Sheridan County School District #2
500 Lewis Street, Sheridan, WY 82801
Enrollment
783
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
7.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
783
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
7.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wyoming schools
#108 of 301
In Sheridan
#6 of 8
public schools
In district
#7 of 9
Sheridan County School District #2
Academic performance
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Sheridan Junior High School
Sheridan Junior High School is a public middle school in Sheridan, WY, part of Sheridan County School District #2. Sheridan Junior High School serves approximately 783 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Sheridan Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #108 of 301 schools in WY.
Structured state assessment records for Sheridan Junior High School show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- WY avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Sheridan Junior High School — Students at Sheridan Junior High School score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
36.5%
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: 6.9/10.
How Sheridan Junior High School Compares
See how Sheridan Junior 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
500 Lewis Street, Sheridan, WY 82801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sheridan Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Big Horn Middle School (rated 8.3/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Big Horn), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Tongue River Middle School (rated 7.3/10, 12.6 miles away, in nearby Ranchester), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Sheridan, see our Sheridan schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 22.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| The Wright Place Sheridan | 0.0 mi | — |
| MARTIN LUTHER GRAMMAR SCHOOL Sheridan | 0.6 mi | — |
| HOLY NAME CATHOLIC SCHOOL Sheridan | 0.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Sagebrush Elementary Sheridan | 1.0 mi | 9.1 |
| Meadowlark Elementary Sheridan | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Sheridan High School Sheridan | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Henry A. Coffeen Elementary Sheridan | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Highland Park Elementary Sheridan | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| John C. Schiffer Collaborative School Sheridan | 3.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Woodland Park Elementary Sheridan | 4.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Big Horn Middle School Big Horn | 8.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Big Horn Elementary Big Horn | 8.5 mi | 9.2 |
| Big Horn High School Big Horn | 8.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Slack Elementary Ranchester | 12.0 mi | — |
| Tongue River Elementary Ranchester | 12.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Tongue River Middle School Ranchester | 12.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Story Elementary Story | 16.3 mi | 9.0 |
| Tongue River High School Dayton | 15.7 mi | 5.7 |
| The Bridge School Dayton | 15.7 mi | — |
| Spring Creek School Decker | 22.3 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
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| C Y Middle School Casper, WY | 7.0 |
| Jackson Hole Middle School Jackson, WY | 7.0 |
| Laramie Middle School Laramie, WY | 6.7 |
| McCormick Junior High School Cheyenne, WY | 6.7 |
| Meadowlark Elementary Cheyenne, WY | 6.7 |
| Sage Valley Junior High School Gillette, WY | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sheridan Junior High School
What grades does Sheridan Junior High School serve?
Sheridan Junior High School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Sheridan Junior High School?
Sheridan Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 783 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sheridan Junior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sheridan Junior High School is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sheridan Junior High School rank in WY?
Sheridan Junior High School ranks #108 of 301 schools in WY.
What is Sheridan Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sheridan Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Sheridan Junior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sheridan Junior High School has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
Is Sheridan Junior High School a charter school?
No, Sheridan Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sheridan Junior High School a Title I school?
No, Sheridan Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sheridan Junior High School?
36.5% of students at Sheridan Junior 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 783
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 59
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 36.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Sheridan County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.3%
- Phone
- (307) 672-9745
Resources & Links
District
Sheridan County School District #2- District Enrollment
- 3,484
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,381
- District Rank
- #7 of 9
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