Serving 292 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Anderson Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Wyoming for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
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 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 292 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Anderson Elementary serves the southeastern part of Cheyenne, WY, covering an area of approximately 12.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anderson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Anderson Elementary School's student population of 292 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
292 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Anderson Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 303 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anderson Elementary School is 0.44, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.41. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#74 out of 303 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
3%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
21%
16%
Black
1%
1%
White
72%
75%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.1%
34.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anderson Elementary School's ranking?
Anderson Elementary School is ranked #74 out of 303 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wyoming.
What schools are Anderson Elementary School often compared to?
Anderson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Buffalo Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Anderson Elementary School?
292 students attend Anderson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Anderson Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Anderson Elementary School?
Anderson Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Anderson Elementary School offer ?
Anderson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Anderson Elementary School part of?
Anderson Elementary School is part of Laramie County School District #1.
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