Serving 254 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Jessup Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Wyoming for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 23% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 254 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jessup Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Jessup Elementary School's student population of 254 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
254 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jessup Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 311 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jessup Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.39. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#50 out of 311 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
3%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
2%
1%
White
85%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
22%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jessup Elementary School's ranking?
Jessup Elementary School is ranked #50 out of 311 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming.
What schools are Jessup Elementary School often compared to?
Jessup Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Davis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% WY state average).
How many students attend Jessup Elementary School?
254 students attend Jessup Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Jessup Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jessup Elementary School?
Jessup Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jessup Elementary School offer ?
Jessup Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Jessup Elementary School part of?
Jessup Elementary School is part of Laramie County School District #1.
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