Albany County School District #1

The Albany County School District #1 in Wyoming consists of 15 schools, including 10 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 3 high schools. The district as a whole is ranked 13 out of 42 in Wyoming and is rated 4 stars out of 5 by SchoolDigger.

Within the district, a few schools stand out for their exceptional performance. Slade Elementary ranks 8th out of 147 Wyoming elementary schools and is rated 5 stars, with consistently high test scores and a relatively low free/reduced lunch rate. Similarly, Indian Paintbrush Elementary ranks 7th out of 146 Wyoming elementary schools and is also rated 5 stars, with strong test scores and a low free/reduced lunch rate. At the middle school level, Laramie Middle School stands out, ranking 12th out of 74 Wyoming middle schools and earning a 4-star rating with consistently high test scores.

The data also reveals significant variation in school performance within the district, with some schools like Whiting High School and Laramie Montessori Charter School struggling, while others like Rock River High School have high spending per student but relatively low test scores. The data suggests that smaller schools in the district tend to perform worse, and that socioeconomic factors play a significant role in student achievement, though higher spending does not necessarily translate to better academic outcomes.