Serving 241 students in grades 4-5, Douglas Upper Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 61% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 23% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 241 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Douglas Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Douglas Upper Elementary School's student population of 241 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
241 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Douglas Upper 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 Douglas Upper Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#102 out of 311 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
3%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
1%
1%
White
89%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
22%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Douglas Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Douglas Upper Elementary School is ranked #102 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?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% WY state average).
How many students attend Douglas Upper Elementary School?
241 students attend Douglas Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Douglas Upper Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Douglas Upper Elementary School?
Douglas Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Douglas Upper Elementary School offer ?
Douglas Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Douglas Upper Elementary School part of?
Douglas Upper Elementary School is part of Converse County School District #1.
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