Serving 37 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Alta Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Wyoming state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 23% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 37 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alta Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Alta Elementary School's student population of 37 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
37 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alta 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 Alta Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#83 out of 311 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
3%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
n/a
1%
White
86%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
22%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alta Elementary School's ranking?
Alta Elementary School is ranked #83 out of 311 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wyoming.
What schools are Alta Elementary School often compared to?
Alta Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rendezvous Upper Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% WY state average).
How many students attend Alta Elementary School?
37 students attend Alta Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Alta Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alta Elementary School?
Alta Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Alta Elementary School offer ?
Alta Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Alta Elementary School part of?
Alta Elementary School is part of Teton County School District #1.
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