Serving 1,506 students in grades 9-12, East High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wyoming for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 24% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,506 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Top 50% in WY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
School Overview
East High School's student population of 1,506 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 100 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,506 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
100 teachers
Year Founded
1960
Colors
Black, Blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
East High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 303 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East High School is 0.43, which is more 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
#227 out of 303 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
3%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
19%
15%
Black
2%
1%
White
73%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
28%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Thunderbird
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East High School's ranking?
East High School is ranked #227 out of 303 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wyoming.
What schools are East High School often compared to?
East High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central High School, South High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
What is the graduation rate of East High School?
The graduation rate of East High School is 83%, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 82%.
How many students attend East High School?
1,506 students attend East High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of East High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East High School?
East High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does East High School offer ?
East High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East High School part of?
East High School is part of Laramie County School District #1.
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