Tongue River High School

Tongue River High School is a regular public high school located in the remote rural area of Dayton, Wyoming. Serving students from ninth through twelfth grade, the school has an enrollment of 233 students and employs 15 full-time equivalent teachers, resulting in a student-teacher ratio of 15.5:1. The school's MySchoolScout rating is 6.8 out of 10, placing it at number 74 among Wyoming’s 302 high schools, which indicates room for academic growth but also highlights areas where the school excels.

Academically, Tongue River High School scores an 8.1 on the MySchoolScout scale, with a notable performance in English Language Arts/Reading, where 65% of students are proficient or above. In mathematics, 54% of students meet or exceed proficiency standards. These figures suggest that while there is room for improvement, the school is committed to fostering student development and providing comprehensive educational opportunities.

The remote rural setting around Dayton offers a unique environment for learning and community engagement, with Tongue River High School playing an integral role in the local area.

Located in a rural area, Tongue River High 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.