Serving 6 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Moss Agate 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Wyoming state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Wyoming state average of 56%).
The student:teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 6 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 1% in WY)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Moss Agate Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Moss Agate Elementary School's student population of 6 students has declined by 66% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
6 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Moss Agate Elementary School is 0.00, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)40-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)40-59%
56%
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
3%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
15%
Black
n/a
1%
White
100%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
25%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
15%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% WY state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 56% WY state average).
How many students attend Moss Agate Elementary School?
6 students attend Moss Agate Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Moss Agate Elementary School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Moss Agate Elementary School?
Moss Agate Elementary School has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Moss Agate Elementary School offer ?
Moss Agate Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Moss Agate Elementary School part of?
Moss Agate Elementary School is part of Converse County School District #1.
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