Serving 208 students in grades 1-3, Willow Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wyoming for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Wyoming state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 23% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 1-3
- Enrollment: 208 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willow Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Willow Creek Elementary School's student population of 208 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-3
Total Students
208 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Willow Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 311 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willow Creek Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#142 out of 311 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
23%
3%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
n/a
1%
White
60%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
22%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willow Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Willow Creek Elementary School is ranked #142 out of 311 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wyoming.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% WY state average).
How many students attend Willow Creek Elementary School?
208 students attend Willow Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Willow Creek Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Willow Creek Elementary School?
Willow Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Willow Creek Elementary School offer ?
Willow Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-3
What school district is Willow Creek Elementary School part of?
Willow Creek Elementary School is part of Fremont County School District #25.
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