Serving 164 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Northpark 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 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Wyoming state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 24% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 164 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northpark Elementary School's student population of 164 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
164 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northpark 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 Northpark Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#215 out of 309 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-49%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
3%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
21%
15%
Black
n/a
1%
White
77%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
28%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northpark Elementary School's ranking?
Northpark Elementary School is ranked #215 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% WY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Northpark Elementary School?
164 students attend Northpark Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Northpark Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northpark Elementary School?
Northpark Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Northpark Elementary School offer ?
Northpark Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Northpark Elementary School part of?
Northpark Elementary School is part of Sweetwater County School District #1.
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