Serving 275 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Indian Paintbrush Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Wyoming for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 24% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 275 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Indian Paintbrush Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Indian Paintbrush Elementary School's student population of 275 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
275 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Indian Paintbrush 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 Indian Paintbrush Elementary School is 0.43, which is more 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
#38 out of 309 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
3%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
19%
15%
Black
1%
1%
White
73%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
25%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indian Paintbrush Elementary School's ranking?
Indian Paintbrush Elementary School is ranked #38 out of 309 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming.
What schools are Indian Paintbrush Elementary School often compared to?
Indian Paintbrush Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Slade Elementary School, Beitel Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% WY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Indian Paintbrush Elementary School?
275 students attend Indian Paintbrush Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Indian Paintbrush Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Indian Paintbrush Elementary School?
Indian Paintbrush Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Indian Paintbrush Elementary School offer ?
Indian Paintbrush Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Indian Paintbrush Elementary School part of?
Indian Paintbrush Elementary School is part of Albany County School District #1.
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