Wind River High School

Wind River High School is a public high school located in the remote rural area of Pavillion, Wyoming. Serving students from ninth through twelfth grade, Wind River High has an enrollment of 129 students and employs 13 full-time equivalent teachers, resulting in a student-teacher ratio of 9.9:1. The school's setting is quite isolated, providing a close-knit community where each student receives individualized attention.

Wind River High School’s MySchoolScout rating stands at 6.1 out of 10, placing it in the 62nd percentile among Wyoming schools, ranking #115 out of 302 high schools statewide. Students perform well above average in English Language Arts and reading, with 56% achieving proficiency or better. Math scores are slightly lower at 51%, indicating areas for academic growth.

Despite its rural location, Wind River High School offers a supportive environment where students can thrive and build strong relationships with their teachers and peers.

With an enrollment of 129 students, Wind River High 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.

With a student-teacher ratio of 9.9:1, Wind River High School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Located in a rural area, Wind 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.