For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 4,617 students in 82902, WY.
The top-ranked public schools in 82902, WY are Rock Springs Junior High School, Northpark Elementary School and Pilot Butte Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 82902 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Wyoming public school average of 49%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 82902, WY have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wyoming public schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wyoming public school average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Best 82902, WY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rock Springs Junior High School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3500 Foothill Boulevard
Rock Springs, WY 82902
(307) 352-3474
Rock Springs, WY 82902
(307) 352-3474
Gr: 7-8 | 746 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Northpark Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1 North Park Drive
Rock Springs, WY 82902
(307) 352-3235
Rock Springs, WY 82902
(307) 352-3235
Gr: K-3 | 165 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
Pilot Butte Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1003 Summit Drive
Rock Springs, WY 82902
(307) 352-3464
Rock Springs, WY 82902
(307) 352-3464
Gr: 4-6 | 547 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #44.
Sage Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
903 Summit Drive
Rock Springs, WY 82902
(307) 352-3270
Rock Springs, WY 82902
(307) 352-3270
Gr: K-3 | 352 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #55.
Eastside Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
305 G Street
Rock Springs, WY 82902
(307) 352-3425
Rock Springs, WY 82902
(307) 352-3425
Gr: 4-6 | 541 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #66.
Walnut Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1115 Walnut
Rock Springs, WY 82902
(307) 352-3225
Rock Springs, WY 82902
(307) 352-3225
Gr: K-3 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #77.
Stagecoach Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3000 Stagecoach Boulevard
Rock Springs, WY 82902
(307) 352-3265
Rock Springs, WY 82902
(307) 352-3265
Gr: K-3 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #88.
Rock Springs High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1375 James Drive
Rock Springs, WY 82902
(307) 352-3440
Rock Springs, WY 82902
(307) 352-3440
Gr: 9-12 | 1,393 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #99.
Black Butte High School
Alternative School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2410 College Drive
Rock Springs, WY 82902
(307) 352-3290
Rock Springs, WY 82902
(307) 352-3290
Gr: 9-12 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #1010.
Desert View Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1900 Desert Boulevard
Rock Springs, WY 82902
(307) 352-3200
Rock Springs, WY 82902
(307) 352-3200
Gr: K-3 | 181 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 82902, WY?
The top-ranked public schools in 82902, WY include Rock Springs Junior High School, Northpark Elementary School and Pilot Butte Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 82902?
10 public schools are located in 82902.
What is the racial composition of students in 82902?
82902 public schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wyoming public schools average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
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