Summary:
Fremont County School District #25 in Wyoming is home to two high schools: Riverton High School and Frontier Academy. While Riverton High School is the larger of the two with 738 students, Frontier Academy boasts a lower student-teacher ratio of 12.3 compared to Riverton's 15.4. Interestingly, Frontier Academy spends more per student at $23,750, while Riverton High School spends $21,048 per student.
In terms of academic performance, Frontier Academy's 10th-grade proficiency rates on the WY-TOPP English Language Arts and Science assessments are higher than the district and state averages, while Riverton High School's proficiency rates are generally lower, particularly in mathematics. Both schools, however, have similar four-year graduation rates at around 81.6%. Regarding school rankings, Riverton High School has a lower statewide ranking, dropping from 64th out of 80 schools in 2023-2024 to 55th out of 83 schools in 2024-2025, while Frontier Academy's ranking has improved, moving from 73rd out of 80 schools in 2023-2024 to 57th out of 83 schools in 2024-2025.
The data suggests that while Riverton High School is the larger of the two schools, Frontier Academy may be providing a more personalized learning environment with its smaller size and higher per-student spending. However, both schools are effectively supporting students in completing their high school education, as evidenced by their similar graduation rates. Tracking the performance and ranking trends of these schools over time could provide valuable insights into their strengths, challenges, and areas for improvement.
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