Serving 321 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Meadowlark Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Wyoming for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (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 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 24% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meadowlark Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Meadowlark Elementary School's student population of 321 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
321 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Meadowlark Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 309 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meadowlark Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#23 out of 309 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
3%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
10%
15%
Black
1%
1%
White
86%
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
24%
28%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meadowlark Elementary School's ranking?
Meadowlark Elementary School is ranked #23 out of 309 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Wyoming.
What schools are Meadowlark Elementary School often compared to?
Meadowlark Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Henry A. Coffeen Elementary School, Highland Park Elementary School, Sagebrush Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% WY state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Meadowlark Elementary School?
321 students attend Meadowlark Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Meadowlark Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Meadowlark Elementary School?
Meadowlark Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Meadowlark Elementary School offer ?
Meadowlark Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Meadowlark Elementary School part of?
Meadowlark Elementary School is part of Sheridan County School District #2.
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