Serving 192 students in grades 6-8, Wheatland Middle School ranks in the top 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 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Wyoming state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% 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: 192 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wheatland Middle School's student population of 192 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
192 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Wheatland Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 303 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wheatland Middle School is 0.30, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#123 out of 303 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
3%
Hispanic
16%
16%
White
82%
75%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wheatland Middle School's ranking?
Wheatland Middle School is ranked #123 out of 303 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wyoming.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Wheatland Middle School?
192 students attend Wheatland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Wheatland Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wheatland Middle School?
Wheatland Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Wheatland Middle School offer ?
Wheatland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wheatland Middle School part of?
Wheatland Middle School is part of Platte County School District #1.
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