Serving 164 students in grades 4-5, West Side Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 23% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 164 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Side Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
West Side Elementary School's student population of 164 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
164 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Side Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 311 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Side Elementary School is 0.42, which is more 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
#77 out of 311 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
3%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
21%
14%
Black
n/a
1%
White
73%
77%
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
23%
22%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Side Elementary School's ranking?
West Side Elementary School is ranked #77 out of 311 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wyoming.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% WY state average).
How many students attend West Side Elementary School?
164 students attend West Side Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of West Side Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Side Elementary School?
West Side Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does West Side Elementary School offer ?
West Side Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is West Side Elementary School part of?
West Side Elementary School is part of Washakie County School District #1.
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