Natrona County High School

www.natronaschools.org/school.php?id=59

1,794 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Natrona County High School (NCHS), located in Casper, Wyoming, is a historic institution that serves as one of the primary high schools within the Natrona County School District. Known as the home of the "Fillies" and "Mustangs," the school is deeply integrated into the Casper community and boasts a long-standing tradition of academic, athletic, and extracurricular excellence. The campus is recognized for its blend of historic architecture and modern facility upgrades, providing students with a comprehensive learning environment designed to prepare them for post-secondary education and the workforce.

The school offers a robust curriculum that includes diverse elective options, Advanced Placement (AP) courses, and various career-technical education opportunities. Beyond the classroom, NCHS emphasizes student engagement through a wide array of clubs, fine arts programs, and competitive athletics. By fostering a culture of pride and school spirit, Natrona County High School aims to cultivate well-rounded graduates who are ready to contribute effectively to their community and beyond.

1,794

Total Students

117.9

Full-Time Teachers

15.2

Student/Teacher Ratio

39.1%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Natrona County High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	1,438
Hispanic	245
Black	18
Asian	9
Two or More	68
American Indian	13
Pacific Islander	3

White
1,438 (80.2 %)
Hispanic
245 (13.7 %)
Two or More
68 (3.8 %)
Black
18 (1.0 %)
American Indian
13 (0.7 %)
Asian
9 (0.5 %)
Pacific Islander
3 (0.2 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Natrona County School District #1
Phone:	(307)253-1700
Website:	http://www.natronaschools.org/school.php?id=59
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,794
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	117.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.2
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	572
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	130

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 465

Grade 10 491

Grade 11 409

Grade 12 429