Serving 87 students in grades 9-12, Ft. Washakie 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 87 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Graduation Rate: 50-59% (Btm 50% in WY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ft. Washakie High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Ft. Washakie High School's student population of 87 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
87 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
'Today education is the weapon my people will need to protect them.' - Chief Washakie
School Rankings
Ft. Washakie 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 Ft. Washakie High School is 0.13, 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
#299 out of 303 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
93%
3%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
1%
1%
White
n/a
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-59%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
28%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ft. Washakie High School's ranking?
Ft. Washakie High School is ranked #299 out of 303 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wyoming.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ft. Washakie High School?
The graduation rate of Ft. Washakie High School is 50-59%, which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 82%.
How many students attend Ft. Washakie High School?
87 students attend Ft. Washakie High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Ft. Washakie High School students are American Indian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ft. Washakie High School?
Ft. Washakie High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ft. Washakie High School offer ?
Ft. Washakie High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ft. Washakie High School part of?
Ft. Washakie High School is part of Fremont County School District #21.
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