Serving 435 students in grades 7-8, Star Valley Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 55% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 24% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Star Valley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Star Valley Middle School's student population of 435 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
435 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Star Valley Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 309 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Star Valley Middle School is 0.17, 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
#70 out of 309 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
3%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
n/a
1%
White
91%
76%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
28%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Star Valley Middle School's ranking?
Star Valley Middle School is ranked #70 out of 309 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wyoming.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% WY state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Star Valley Middle School?
435 students attend Star Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Star Valley Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Star Valley Middle School?
Star Valley Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Star Valley Middle School offer ?
Star Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Star Valley Middle School part of?
Star Valley Middle School is part of Lincoln County School District #2.
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