Superintendent's Note

Celebrating Park 6 & Supporting Wyoming Public Schools

Park County School District 6 Families,

Park 6 Schools are engaged in dynamic educational opportunities because we have amazing scholars,

professional educators, staff, administrators, and a high-functioning school board of trustees. We are the brand

for public education, and this is a direct reflection of your support, family involvement, and leadership.

Park County School District 6 continues to set the standard for academic excellence in Wyoming, showcasing

exceptional student achievement and growth. According to data from the 2023-2024 school year, Park 6 ranks

an impressive 7th out of 48 school districts statewide, placing it firmly within the top 25% of Wyoming

schools. The district’s commitment to academic rigor is reflected in its proficiency rates, with 56% of

students meeting or exceeding expectations in math and 61% in reading, both surpassing the state

averages of 49% and 53%, respectively. Moreover, Park 6 students excelled on the Wyoming Test of

Proficiency and Progress (WY-TOPP), outperforming state averages in 18 out of 19 assessed areas. This

outstanding achievement underscores the district’s unwavering dedication to both academic excellence and

continuous student growth. Cody High School further exemplifies Park 6’s scholastic distinction. Consistently

ranked among the top ten high schools in Wyoming for ACT performance, CHS achieved the second-

highest composite ACT average statewide last year, trailing only Sheridan High School.

Park 6 remains a beacon of academic achievement, student success, and educational leadership,

consistently exceeding state proficiency benchmarks and fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and

lifelong learning.

Wyoming’s public education system is a national leader in innovation, instructional excellence, and student

engagement. Thanks to Governor Gordon’s RIDE Initiative, Wyoming schools are redefining learning

environments that foster critical thinking and real-world problem-solving. With 365 public schools serving

89,288 students (Fall 2024), Wyoming has the highest percentage of students attending public schools in

the nation at 97%. Wyoming public schools consistently rank in the top five nationwide, as measured by

the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), and Wyoming is the #1 state for ACT scores in

2024. Furthermore, 52% of public school teachers hold master’s degrees, ensuring our students receive

instruction from highly qualified educators.

The evidence is clear: Wyoming’s public schools are excelling. They are the backbone of our communities,

shaping the future of our workforce and economy. Now is the time to stand up and support public education.

� Take action today!

✅ Advocate for continued investment in our schools.

✅ Celebrate the achievements of Wyoming’s educators and students.

✅ Encourage policies that strengthen public education for generations to come.

Wyoming’s public schools are leading the way let’s keep them strong. #SupportWyoPublicSchools

#RIDEInitiative #WyomingEducation #Ignitewyoming

Proud Superintendent of Park 6,

-Vernon Orndorff