Colter High School in Worland, WY, is a rural, nonsectarian all–boys alternative school serving grades 8 through 12 with an enrollment of 59 students.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 7:1, supported by 8 full–time teachers.
Founded in 1905, Colter High School offers access to 15 Advanced Placement courses.
Annual tuition is $25,000, reflecting its private alternative school status in the Worland area.
The student body includes 26.79% students of color, contributing to the school's demographic diversity.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked WY School
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 59 students
- Yearly Tuition: $25,000
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Colter High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
Student Body
Total Students
59 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
27%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 11:1
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
15 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,000
Endowment Size
$50 million
School Notes
- School Motto: 'Truth and Honor'
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- John Doe, Nobel Laureate
- Jane Smith, Academy Award Winner
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Colter High School cost?
Colter High School's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
What schools are Colter High School often compared to?
Colter High School is often viewed alongside schools like Red Top Meadows by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from Colter High School?
Colter High School famous alumni include: John Doe, Nobel Laureate and Jane Smith, Academy Award Winner.
What is Colter High School's ranking?
Colter High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wyoming for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Colter High School?
The application deadline for Colter High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Colter High School vs. Red Top Meadows
The nearest high school to Colter High School is Veritas Academy (62.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Big Horn Basin Children's Center (13.3 miles away)
The nearest preschool is SonShine Academy (17.2 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Big Horn Basin Children's Center
Special Education School
250 E. Arapahoe
Thermopolis, WY 82443
(307) 864-2171
Thermopolis, WY 82443
(307) 864-2171
13.3 miles
Gr: 1-6 | 9 students
SonShine Academy
(Seventh Day Adventist)
660 S 17th St
Worland, WY 82401
(307) 347-7858
Worland, WY 82401
(307) 347-7858
17.2 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 9 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition listed
Smart-Start Montessori Academy
Montessori School
1014 N 8th St W
Riverton, WY 82501
(307) 856-7633
Riverton, WY 82501
(307) 856-7633
56.6 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 63 students Avg. class size: 30 students Tuition listed
220 N 7th St E
Riverton, WY 82501
(307) 856-5922
Riverton, WY 82501
(307) 856-5922
57.1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 78 students
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(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
419 E Park Ave
Riverton, WY 82501
(307) 857-5710
Riverton, WY 82501
(307) 857-5710
57.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 39 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
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