Serving 383 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Arapahoe Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wyoming for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 3% (which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 24% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arapahoe Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Arapahoe Elementary School's student population of 383 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
383 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arapahoe Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 309 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arapahoe Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#309 out of 309 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
97%
3%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
15%
Black
n/a
1%
White
2%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
25%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arapahoe Elementary School's ranking?
Arapahoe Elementary School is ranked #309 out of 309 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wyoming.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% WY state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Arapahoe Elementary School?
383 students attend Arapahoe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Arapahoe Elementary School students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arapahoe Elementary School?
Arapahoe Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Arapahoe Elementary School offer ?
Arapahoe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Arapahoe Elementary School part of?
Arapahoe Elementary School is part of Fremont County School District #38.
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