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Upton High School

High School · Weston County School District #7

P.O. Box 470, Upton, WY 82730

Enrollment

76

Student-Teacher

6.9:1

Score

5.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wyoming schools

#209 of 301

In Upton

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Weston County School District #7

School environment

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Upton High School

5.5/10

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

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2.8/10

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1.7/10

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About Upton High School

Upton High School is a public high school in Upton, WY, part of Weston County School District #7. Upton High School serves approximately 76 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 6.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Upton High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #209 of 301 schools in WY.

Structured state assessment records for Upton High School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts below WY schools
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • WY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 76 students, Upton High 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.

Test scores at Upton 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.

At 6.9:1 students to teachers, Upton High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.1Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.55 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.3Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)61% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-16.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
College Readiness4.2Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate80%+
AP Participation2.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio6.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,090
Chronic Absenteeism2.6%

Upton High School — Students at Upton High School score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores WY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 45.8% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 49.6% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2010
Math
54.5%
ELA
74.5%
2011
Math
64.5%
ELA
64.5%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
30%
ELA
30%
2014
Math
75%
ELA
24.5%
2015
Math
10%
ELA
30%
2016
Math
30%
ELA
49.5%
2017
Math
44.5%
ELA
44.5%
2018
Math
44.5%
ELA
44.5%
2019
Math
44.5%
ELA
44.5%
2020*
Math
44.5%
ELA
54.5%
2021*
Math
44.5%
ELA
54.5%
2022
Math
34.5%
ELA
54.5%

* 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: 7.1/10.

How Upton High School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
31th percentile in WY
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good
Sports
8
4 boys' · 4 girls'
Advanced STEM
3/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
7:1 student-teacher ratio
11 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
2.6%

Programs & Offerings

Athletics8sports offered
4 boys'·4 girls'·8 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses3 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

P.O. Box 470, Upton, WY 82730

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Upton High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Moorcroft Secondary School (rated 7.8/10, 19.7 miles away, in nearby Moorcroft), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sundance Secondary School (rated 7.8/10, 24.7 miles away, in nearby Sundance), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Newcastle High School (rated 7.2/10, 26.5 miles away, in nearby Newcastle), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Upton, see our Upton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

10 within 28.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Upton Middle School Upton 0.4 mi 2.8
Upton Elementary Upton 0.4 mi 1.7
Moorcroft Secondary School Moorcroft 19.7 mi 7.8
Moorcroft Elementary Moorcroft 19.8 mi 8.4
Sundance Secondary School Sundance 24.7 mi 7.8
Sundance Elementary Sundance 24.8 mi 8.9
Newcastle High School Newcastle 26.5 mi 7.2
Newcastle Middle School Newcastle 26.6 mi 7.7
Newcastle Elementary K-2 Newcastle 28.1 mi 6.9
Newcastle Elementary 3-5 Newcastle 28.1 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 82730 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,365

Median Home Value

$200,000

Population

1,346

College Educated

16.1%

Homeownership

85.2%

Poverty Rate

13.3%

Median Age

49.8

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Black Butte High School Rock Springs, WY 6.6
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John C. Schiffer Collaborative School Sheridan, WY 4.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Upton High School

What grades does Upton High School serve?

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

How many students attend Upton High School?

Upton High School has an enrollment of approximately 76 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Upton High School is 6.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Upton High School rank in WY?

Upton High School ranks #209 of 301 schools in WY.

What is Upton High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Upton 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 Upton High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Upton High School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

Is Upton High School a charter school?

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

Is Upton High School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
19 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
76
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
11
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Weston County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
2.6%
4-Year Graduation
80%+

District

Weston County School District #7
District Enrollment
902
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,090
District Rank
#1 of 3

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