Best Green River Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,271 students in Green River, WY (there are 1 private school, serving 24 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in Green River, WY are educated in public schools (compared to the WY state average of 97%).
The top-ranked public schools in Green River, WY are Washington Elementary School, Harrison Elementary School and Lincoln Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Green River, WY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Wyoming public school average of 49%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in Green River have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Wyoming public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wyoming public school average of 25% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Green River, WY (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
750 West 5th North
Green River, WY 82935
(307) 872-2000
Gr: K-5 | 208 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Harrison Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1825 Alabama Drive
Green River, WY 82935
(307) 872-1700
Gr: K-5 | 208 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
Lincoln Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
350 Monroe Avenue
Green River, WY 82935
(307) 872-4400
Gr: 6-8 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #44.
Monroe Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
250 Monroe Avenue
Green River, WY 82935
(307) 872-4000
Gr: K-5 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #55.
Green River High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1615 Hitching Post Drive
Green River, WY 82935
(307) 872-4747
Gr: 9-12 | 757 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #66.
Truman Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1055 West Teton Boulevard
Green River, WY 82935
(307) 872-1900
Gr: K-5 | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #77.
Expedition Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
410 Upland Way
Green River, WY 82935
(307) 872-4800
Gr: 9-12 | 35 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 17%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Green River, WY?
The top-ranked public schools in Green River, WY include Washington Elementary School, Harrison Elementary School and Lincoln Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Green River?
7 public schools are located in Green River.
What percentage of students in Green River go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in Green River are educated in public schools (compared to the WY state average of 97%).
What is the racial composition of students in Green River?
Green River public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wyoming public schools average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Green River are often viewed compared to one another?

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