Serving 330 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Southridge Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wyoming for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Wyoming state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% 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-5
- Enrollment: 330 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Southridge Elementary School's student population of 330 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
330 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Southridge Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 309 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southridge Elementary School is 0.28, 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
#110 out of 309 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
3%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
11%
15%
Black
n/a
1%
White
84%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
25%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southridge Elementary School's ranking?
Southridge Elementary School is ranked #110 out of 309 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wyoming.
What schools are Southridge Elementary School often compared to?
Southridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crest Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% WY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Southridge Elementary School?
330 students attend Southridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Southridge Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southridge Elementary School?
Southridge Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Southridge Elementary School offer ?
Southridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Southridge Elementary School part of?
Southridge Elementary School is part of Natrona County School District #1.
School Reviews
5 3/19/2020
Southridge elementary school was amazing. The teachers helped the students grow and focused on their individual needs. All the teachers were wonderful and kind. I absolutely lived Southridge!!!
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