Serving 559 students in grades 6-8, Riverton Middle 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 46% (which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower 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 41% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 25% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 559 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Riverton Middle School's student population of 559 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
559 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Riverton Middle 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 Riverton Middle School is 0.59, which is more 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
#212 out of 303 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
21%
3%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
13%
16%
White
59%
75%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.7%
34.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverton Middle School's ranking?
Riverton Middle School is ranked #212 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?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Riverton Middle School?
559 students attend Riverton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Riverton Middle School students are White, 21% of students are American Indian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverton Middle School?
Riverton Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Riverton Middle School offer ?
Riverton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverton Middle School part of?
Riverton Middle School is part of Fremont County School District #25.
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