Serving 783 students in grades 6-8, Sheridan Junior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Wyoming for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 783 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sheridan Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Sheridan Junior High School's student population of 783 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
783 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Rankings
Sheridan Junior High School ranks within the top 20% of all 309 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sheridan Junior High 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
#50 out of 309 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
3%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
10%
15%
Black
n/a
1%
White
85%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
28%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
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 Sheridan Junior High School's ranking?
Sheridan Junior High School is ranked #50 out of 309 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming.
What schools are Sheridan Junior High School often compared to?
Sheridan Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Big Horn Middle School, Tongue River Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% WY state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Sheridan Junior High School?
783 students attend Sheridan Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Sheridan Junior High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sheridan Junior High School?
Sheridan Junior High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sheridan Junior High School offer ?
Sheridan Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sheridan Junior High School part of?
Sheridan Junior High School is part of Sheridan County School District #2.
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