For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 286 students in 82836, WY.
The top-ranked public schools in 82836, WY are Tongue River High School and The Bridge School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 82836 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Wyoming public school average of 49%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 82836, WY have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Wyoming public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Wyoming public school average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Best 82836, WY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tongue River High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1150 Us Highway 14
Dayton, WY 82836
(307) 655-2236
Dayton, WY 82836
(307) 655-2236
Gr: 9-12 | 276 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
The Bridge School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1150 Main Street
Dayton, WY 82836
(307) 655-2236
Dayton, WY 82836
(307) 655-2236
Gr: 6-12 | 10 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 82836, WY?
The top-ranked public schools in 82836, WY include Tongue River High School and The Bridge School.
How many public schools are located in 82836?
2 public schools are located in 82836.
What is the racial composition of students in 82836?
82836 public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Wyoming public schools average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
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