Lander Valley High School

Fremont County School District # 1
350 Baldwin Creek Road
Lander, WY 82520
599 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Lander Valley High School (LVHS), located in Lander, Wyoming, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the local community within the Fremont County School District #1. The school is known for fostering a supportive academic environment that balances rigorous college-preparatory coursework with a variety of vocational and technical opportunities. Its curriculum is designed to prepare students for diverse post-graduation paths, whether they choose to enter the workforce, enlist in the military, or pursue higher education.

Beyond the classroom, the school emphasizes student engagement through a robust selection of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, performing arts, and various student-led clubs. Set against the backdrop of the Wind River Mountains, the school often leverages its unique geographical location to integrate outdoor education and community spirit into the student experience. With a strong commitment to tradition and community values, Lander Valley High School strives to cultivate well-rounded, responsible citizens in an inclusive setting.
599
Total Students
37.9
Full-Time Teachers
15.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
29.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    429 (71.6 %)
  • American Indian
    78 (13.0 %)
  • Two or More
    47 (7.8 %)
  • Hispanic
    37 (6.2 %)
  • Asian
    5 (0.8 %)
  • Black
    3 (0.5 %)
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: Fremont County School District # 1
Phone: (307)332-4433
Website: http://www.landerschools.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 599
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 37.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 143
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 36

* 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 9 176
Grade 10 163
Grade 11 131
Grade 12 129
Gender Ratio
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Pathfinder High School
Fremont County School District # 1
51 Students
863 Sweetwater Street
Lander, WY 82520 (0.7 miles away)
High School 9th - 12th