Serving 189 students in grades 5-8, Thermopolis Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Wyoming for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 24% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 189 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thermopolis Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Thermopolis Middle School's student population of 189 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
189 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Thermopolis Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 309 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thermopolis Middle School is 0.27, 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
#12 out of 309 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
3%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
1%
1%
White
85%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
28%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Thermopolis Middle School's ranking?
Thermopolis Middle School is ranked #12 out of 309 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Wyoming.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% WY state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Thermopolis Middle School?
189 students attend Thermopolis Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Thermopolis Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thermopolis Middle School?
Thermopolis Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Thermopolis Middle School offer ?
Thermopolis Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Thermopolis Middle School part of?
Thermopolis Middle School is part of Hot Springs County School District #1.
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