Tongue River Middle School

1251 Dayton Street
Ranchester, WY 82839
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 152 students in grades 6-8, Tongue River 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 25% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 152 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 11%
  • : Top 30% in WY
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 20%)
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Tongue River Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Tongue River Middle School's student population of 152 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
152 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
2025
Colors
School colors not explicitly mentioned
School Calendar

School Rankings

Tongue River Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 303 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tongue River Middle School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.41. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (WY)
#79 out of 303 schools
(Top 30%)
50-54%
49%
65-69%
53%
30-39%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
3%
Hispanic
7%
16%
White
89%
75%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.20
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Eagles

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tongue River Middle School's ranking?
Tongue River Middle School is ranked #79 out of 303 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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Tongue River Middle School?
152 students attend Tongue River Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Tongue River Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tongue River Middle School?
Tongue River Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Tongue River Middle School offer ?
Tongue River Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tongue River Middle School part of?
Tongue River Middle School is part of Sheridan County School District #1.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 152 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 11%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 20%)
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education

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