Serving 757 students in grades 9-12, Green River High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wyoming for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 24% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 757 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 30% in WY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Green River High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Green River High School's student population of 757 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
757 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Green River High School ranks within the top 50% of all 309 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Green River High School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.39. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#93 out of 309 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
3%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
16%
15%
Black
n/a
1%
White
81%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
28%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Green River High School's ranking?
Green River High School is ranked #93 out of 309 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wyoming.
What schools are Green River High School often compared to?
Green River High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rock Springs High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% WY state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Green River High School?
The graduation rate of Green River High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 82%.
How many students attend Green River High School?
757 students attend Green River High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Green River High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Green River High School?
Green River High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Green River High School offer ?
Green River High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Green River High School part of?
Green River High School is part of Sweetwater County School District #2.
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