Serving 207 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Washington Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Wyoming for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% 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: 207 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Washington Elementary School's student population of 207 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
207 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Washington Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 309 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#44 out of 309 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
3%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
14%
15%
Black
n/a
1%
White
82%
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
33%
25%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Elementary School's ranking?
Washington Elementary School is ranked #44 out of 309 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% WY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Washington Elementary School?
207 students attend Washington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Washington Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington Elementary School?
Washington Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Washington Elementary School offer ?
Washington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Washington Elementary School part of?
Washington Elementary School is part of Sweetwater County School District #2.
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