About Us
WELCOME TO THE EVANSTON
SCHOOL COMMUNITY
Evanston is nestled in the foothills of the beautiful Uinta Mountains at an elevation of 6,794 feet above sea level. The community is located on the banks of the winding Bear River in the far southwest corner of Wyoming.
The growing city of approximately 12,000 people is the most southwesterly city in Wyoming. It is only three miles east of the Utah/Wyoming border and only an hour and a half away from Salt Lake City.
Residents say Evanston's location is ideal in that it combines the advantages of living in a big city with the atmosphere of a small town.
Precipitation averages 11.26 inches per year with a mean annual snowfall of 54.7 inches.
For more information about what Evanston has to offer, call the Evanston Chamber of Commerce at 789-0370.
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EVANSTON SCHOOLS
The first public school opened on July 8, 1870 with eight pupils. Today's enrollment averages just under 3,000. Curriculum guides for each course, subject and grade level are continuously being developed and updated by a task force of teachers and administrators. Areas of emphasis are determined by the dictates of the community, students, teachers, administrators, and sound financial management.
The goals of achieving both educational excellence and a strong competitive co-curricular program of activities go hand in hand in the Evanston School Community. Evanston athletic teams are often contenders in State play-offs. During the past few years, several athletic teams have won State Championships. The Evanston School Community boasts award winning bands and choirs, drama groups, and speech and debate teams.
Uinta County School District No. One currently operates one high school, one alternative high school, two middle schools, and four elementary schools amounting to a total of 987,510 square feet of educational space. Our facilities are kept attractive by a full staff of custodial, maintenance and grounds experts.
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NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES
2022. ……….………………….………………….….….. 551
2023…………………………………………………….... 562
2024. ……….………………….………………….….….. 568
(Includes employees hired through grants)
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TEACHERS' SALARIES
| Degree | Beginning | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelors | $53,400 | $77,400 |
| Masters | $56,400 | $78,900 |
| MA+30/Ed.S. | $75,900 | $79,650 |
| Ed.D./Ph.D. | $58,650 | $80,400 |
*School District pays the district's 14.94% and pays 3.68% toward employees' share of Wyoming retirement and provides health, dental and vision insurance coverage at a minimal cost to the employee
TRANSPORTATION
The District Transportation Department has a fleet of 31 route buses, 3 activity buses, and 6 MPVs to provide transportation and support to the students and educational system. These accommodate an average of 1,250 students riding about 1,200 miles each day.
The department has a staff of more than 50 employees that take pride in making student transportation safe and dependable. Drivers are trained to WYDOT ELDT standards and meet or surpass DOT standards of operation. Each bus is equipped with a UHF radio, which allows for immediate contact with the Transportation Center and other buses to help coordinate services and to aid in the event of an emergency. All buses are also equipped with video cameras and audio recording for the safety of students and staff.
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NUTRITION SERVICES
The District Food Service Department takes great pride in the Central Kitchen from which they operate. They are able to prepare and satellite an average of 1800 student and adult breakfasts and lunches daily. They have 33 staff members who take a sincere interest in your children and the meals they serve. They satellite to one high school, four elementary and two middle schools. The hot breakfast and lunch program is provided for the benefit and convince of students and their parents.
The federal government has determined meals will not be free for the 2024-25 school year. It will be necessary for all families to complete a free and reduced application before the first day of school. Applications can be completed on the district web site or an application can be picked up at Horizon school.
(Includes employees hired through grants)
| Breakfast | Lunch | |
| Elementary | $2.00 | $3.20 |
| Middle School | $2.25 | $3.50 |
| High School | $2.25 | $3.80 |
| Horizon High School | $2.25 | $3.80 |
| Adults | $2.50 | $4.50 |
| (These prices are subject to change) | ||
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| School | Mascot | Colors |
| Evanston High School | Red Devil | Red/White/Blue |
| Horizon High School | Phoenix | Blue/Silver |
| Davis Middle School | Demons | Red/White |
| Evanston Middle School | Wolverines | Blue/White |
| Aspen Elementary | Tigers | Black/Orange |
| Clark Elementary | Mustangs | Red/White |
| North Evanston Elementary | Stars | Yellow/Blue |
| Uinta Meadows Elementary | Eagles | Blue/White |