Serving 320 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Canyon Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Wyoming for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 24% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canyon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Canyon Elementary School's student population of 320 students has grown by 76% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 108% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
320 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Canyon Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 309 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canyon Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#35 out of 309 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
3%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
n/a
1%
White
89%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
25%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canyon Elementary School's ranking?
Canyon Elementary School is ranked #35 out of 309 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% WY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Canyon Elementary School?
320 students attend Canyon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Canyon Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Canyon Elementary School?
Canyon Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Canyon Elementary School offer ?
Canyon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Canyon Elementary School part of?
Canyon Elementary School is part of Lincoln County School District #1.
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