Serving 116 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Cheyenne Wells Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2018-2019 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 116 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in CO)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cheyenne Wells Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Cheyenne Wells Elementary School's student population of 116 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
116 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Cheyenne Wells Elementary School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
14%
35%
Black
n/a
4%
White
85%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% CO state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CO state average).
How many students attend Cheyenne Wells Elementary School?
116 students attend Cheyenne Wells Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Cheyenne Wells Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cheyenne Wells Elementary School?
Cheyenne Wells Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cheyenne Wells Elementary School offer ?
Cheyenne Wells Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Cheyenne Wells Elementary School part of?
Cheyenne Wells Elementary School is part of Cheyenne County School District No. Re-5.
School Reviews
5 11/16/2015
Cheyenne wells is the best school I've ever been to.
Review Cheyenne Wells Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Back to School: Getting Up to Date with Required Vaccinations
Stay up to date on the current requirements for vaccinations for school-age children today, as well as some of the problems schools face when parents do not properly immunize their kids.
Teaching in Contemporary Times
We explore why individuals choose teaching, illuminating intrinsic motivations, the influence of role models, the pursuit of lifelong learning, and the aspiration to impact society.
January 27, 2024
Public Schools in a MinuteExplore the diverse world of public schools in a minute! Our brief overview provides a snapshot of the educational landscape, school districts, curriculum, and more. Get a quick glance at the big picture of K-12 education.