New West High School serves 34 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 24% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 34 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in WY)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New West High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
New West High School's student population of 34 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
34 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of New West High School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.39. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
3%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
3%
1%
White
79%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
28%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of New West High School?
The graduation rate of New West High School is 50%, which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 82%.
How many students attend New West High School?
34 students attend New West High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of New West High School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New West High School?
New West High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does New West High School offer ?
New West High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New West High School part of?
New West High School is part of Johnson County School District #1.
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