Thermopolis Middle School

Thermopolis Middle School serves 189 students in grades 5 through 8 as a regular public school in Thermopolis, Wyoming. With a student-teacher ratio of 11.1:1, students get consistent access to their teachers — a structural advantage that shows up in the results. And the results are hard to ignore.

Thermopolis Middle School earns a composite score of 9.5 out of 10, rated Exceptional, with an academic score of 9.8 and a growth score of 9.5. It ranks #1 of 56 middle schools in Wyoming, and sits at #4 of 301 public schools statewide — outperforming 99% of Wyoming schools across all levels. That combination of high achievement and strong growth means students aren't just scoring well on a single snapshot; they're making meaningful academic progress year over year.

For families in Thermopolis, the comparison is straightforward: this is the top-ranked school in town and one of the strongest academic performers in the entire state. Parents searching for a middle school that delivers both strong outcomes and individual attention will find Thermopolis Middle School difficult to match anywhere in Wyoming.

With an enrollment of 189 students, Thermopolis Middle School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Located in a rural area, Thermopolis Middle School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.