Newcastle High School

Weston County School District #1
111 Casper Avenue
Newcastle, WY 82701
236 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Newcastle High School, located in the small community of Newcastle, Wyoming, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Weston County School District #1. The school is committed to providing a comprehensive academic experience for its students, balancing traditional curriculum requirements with opportunities for personal growth. As the local high school for a tight-knit rural area, it acts as a central hub for student life, fostering an environment where community values and educational standards intersect to prepare students for post-graduation success.

Beyond its academic offerings, Newcastle High School places a strong emphasis on student engagement through various extracurricular activities, athletics, and clubs that help round out the high school experience. The school operates under the broader mission of the Weston County School District, which focuses on student achievement, safety, and community partnership. For families and community members, the school’s official website serves as a vital resource for staying informed about district policies, academic calendars, and ongoing events that support the local student body.
236
Total Students
19.9
Full-Time Teachers
11.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
28.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    208 (88.1%)
  • Hispanic
    15 (6.4%)
  • Two or More
    9 (3.8%)
  • Black
    2 (0.8%)
  • Asian
    1 (0.4%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.4%)
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: Weston County School District #1
Phone: (307)746-2713
Website: http://www.wcsd1.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 236
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 19.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 58
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 8

* 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 74
Grade 10 59
Grade 11 52
Grade 12 51
Gender Ratio