Empowering Minds: Education and Schools in Our Community
Public School Excellence
Cheyenne's public education system, led by Laramie County School District #1, offers a comprehensive and well-funded academic experience. As Wyoming's largest district, serving approximately 14,000 students, LCSD#1 benefits from some of the highest per-pupil funding in the nation. This investment ensures small class sizes, diverse programming, and modern facilities—often making private education unnecessary for relocating professionals.
- Average class sizes: 18–22 students (vs. 25–30 nationally)
- Wyoming ranks top 5 nationally in per-pupil funding
- District size: 3 high schools, 3 junior highs, 28 elementary schools
- Graduation rate: 90.4%, exceeding U.S. average
- Standardized test scores: consistently above national averages
Top-Performing Schools
Several Cheyenne schools are widely recognized for exceptional academic achievement. From dual language immersion to International Baccalaureate programs, families benefit from innovative and rigorous offerings.
- Henderson Elementary: top-ranked with GATE enrichment
- Jessup Elementary: dual-language immersion in Spanish/English
- McCormick Junior High: accelerated academics and pre-engineering track
- Central High School: 98% IB diploma completion rate
- East High School: career academies in Finance, Health, IT
Private and Unique Educational Approaches
Cheyenne supports faith-based, charter, and alternative education models. From Waldorf-inspired experiential schools to chess and language academies, families can match learning environments with their values and goals.
- St. Mary's Catholic School: K–8 with STEM innovation lab
- Trinity Lutheran School: K–8 with 12:1 student-teacher ratio
- Poder Academy: academics, chess, and tennis success
- Cheyenne Language Academy: immersion in Spanish, Mandarin, French
- Roots Community School: outdoor experiential curriculum
Specialized Programs and Educational Pathways
Students in Cheyenne can explore STEM, multimedia, healthcare, engineering, and dual language tracks through career academies and design thinking initiatives. Specialized facilities and industry partnerships prepare students for both college and career.
- STEM focus schools: Anderson Elementary and McCormick Junior High
- Science Olympiad: national competition appearances
- Jessup Elementary: Spanish-English biliteracy program K–5
- Design Thinking Labs: in four elementary schools
- Career academies: IT, healthcare, business, engineering
Resources for Exceptional Students
Cheyenne schools offer robust support for gifted learners and students with special needs. Individualized programs and structured literacy resources ensure all students thrive academically and socially.
- Comprehensive special education across all school levels
- Structured literacy: support for dyslexia and learning challenges
- Gifted education: identified and nurtured from early grades
- 23 AP subjects offered district-wide
- Transitions Program: life and vocational training for students 18–21
Higher Education Opportunities
From local degrees to regional medical education, Cheyenne supports lifelong learning and career advancement. LCCC offers 80+ programs, while the University of Wyoming and WWAMI medical pathway create regional access to professional degrees.
- LCCC: nursing, surgical tech, business, and tech programs
- University of Wyoming: 50 minutes away with shuttle service
- WWAMI program: regional medical education partner
- Adult learning: CSU, University of Phoenix, WGU online
Early Childhood Education
Cheyenne offers developmental, play-based, and Montessori preschool programs. Public and private providers help children build kindergarten readiness and social-emotional skills early on.
- Universal Pre-K: expanding district-wide access
- Developmental preschool: integrated special and typical needs
- Private preschools: offer diverse philosophies
- Head Start: comprehensive early education for qualifying families
- Early screenings: via Child Development Center of Laramie County
School Facilities and Recent Investments
LCSD#1 has received over $375 million in capital improvements in the past decade. These funds have created state-of-the-art learning environments and technology-rich classrooms designed for modern instruction.
- Meadowlark Elementary: $23.5M facility completed in 2022
- 1:1 device access: for all students grades 3–12
- Innovation investment: $18.7M for tech training and access
- STEM labs: $7.5M upgrade across all secondary schools
- Flexible learning redesign: $12M for collaborative classroom spaces
Parent and Community Involvement
Strong parent-school partnerships support student achievement through volunteering, business mentorships, and collaborative planning. Schools offer flexible engagement options to accommodate professional schedules.
- PTOs: active in every district school
- Adopt-a-School: links businesses with school communities
- Digital engagement: communication apps and platforms
- Mentorship programs: connect students to professionals
- Parent advisory councils: influence policies and initiatives
As you begin your medical career in Cheyenne, you can rest assured knowing your children will have access to exceptional educational opportunities in a system that values academic achievement, student wellbeing, and lifelong learning.
