Summary:
The city of Lusk, Wyoming is home to three schools: Niobrara County High School, Lusk Elementary, and Lusk Middle School, all of which serve students from the Niobrara County School District #1. Unfortunately, the data suggests that these schools are performing below the state average on various academic metrics, with low statewide rankings and ratings.
Niobrara County High School has seen a decline in its statewide ranking, dropping from 39th out of 80 high schools in 2022-2023 to 66th out of 83 in 2024-2025. Its rating has also decreased from 3 to 1 star out of 5. Both Lusk Elementary and Lusk Middle School have consistently ranked in the bottom third of their respective school types, with 1-star ratings. Across all three schools, proficiency rates on the WY-TOPP assessments for English Language Arts, Math, and Science are well below the state averages, often by 10-20 percentage points.
While the student-teacher ratios are relatively low compared to state averages, the lack of free/reduced lunch data makes it difficult to assess the socioeconomic diversity and potential equity issues within the district. The significant variation in spending per student across the schools suggests the district may need to re-evaluate its resource allocation to ensure equitable funding and support for all students. Overall, the data paints a concerning picture of academic underperformance and declining statewide rankings for the schools in Lusk, Wyoming, and the district should prioritize a comprehensive review of its educational strategies and resource allocation to address these challenges.
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