Serving 307 students in grades 7-12, Burns Jr & Sr 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 38% (which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 307 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 10% in WY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burns Jr & Sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Burns Jr & Sr High School's student population of 307 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
307 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Burns Jr & Sr 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 Burns Jr & Sr High School is 0.25, 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
#182 out of 303 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Hispanic
12%
16%
White
86%
75%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.7%
34.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burns Jr & Sr High School's ranking?
Burns Jr & Sr High School is ranked #182 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?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Burns Jr & Sr High School?
The graduation rate of Burns Jr & Sr High School is 90%, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 82%.
How many students attend Burns Jr & Sr High School?
307 students attend Burns Jr & Sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Burns Jr & Sr High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burns Jr & Sr High School?
Burns Jr & Sr High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Burns Jr & Sr High School offer ?
Burns Jr & Sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Burns Jr & Sr High School part of?
Burns Jr & Sr High School is part of Laramie County School District #2.
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