Serving 189 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Poison Spider 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% 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-8
- Enrollment: 189 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Poison Spider Elementary School's student population of 189 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
189 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Poison Spider 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 Poison Spider Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#280 out of 309 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
3%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
n/a
1%
White
91%
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
37%
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 Poison Spider Elementary School's ranking?
Poison Spider Elementary School is ranked #280 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% WY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Poison Spider Elementary School?
189 students attend Poison Spider Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Poison Spider Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Poison Spider Elementary School?
Poison Spider Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Poison Spider Elementary School offer ?
Poison Spider Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Poison Spider Elementary School part of?
Poison Spider Elementary School is part of Natrona County School District #1.
School Reviews
5 4/27/2020
Best school I ever attended.
5 6/4/2008
I have taught at Poison Spider for 21 years. I am constantly impressed with our students' kindness, work ethic and overall behavior. Whenever we take our kids on field trips, we get complements on their outstanding behavior. The teachers all go above and beyond the call of duty to make sure every child learns and achieves. We will be getting a brand new building next year! We are all very excited.
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