Serving 27 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Desert Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 27 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WY
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Desert Elementary serves the southeastern part of Wamsutter, WY, covering an extensive area of approximately 2,356 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with some living up to 50 miles away from its farthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Desert Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Desert Elementary School's student population of 27 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
27 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Empower all students: Academically, Physically, Emotionally, Socially, to grow as lifelong learners
School Rankings
Desert Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 303 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Desert Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#185 out of 303 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
53%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
33%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
45%
75%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
22%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.7%
34.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
22%
7%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Desert Elementary School's ranking?
Desert Elementary School is ranked #185 out of 303 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wyoming.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Desert Elementary School?
27 students attend Desert Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Desert Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, and 22% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Desert Elementary School?
Desert Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Desert Elementary School offer ?
Desert Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Desert Elementary School part of?
Desert Elementary School is part of Sweetwater County School District #1.
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