Serving 251 students in grades 4-5, Douglas Upper 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 53% (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 11:1 is equal to the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 251 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Douglas Upper Elementary School serves the southwest part of Douglas, WY, covering an area of approximately 519.2 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 28.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Douglas Upper Elementary School's student population of 251 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
251 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
EVERY STUDENT EVERY DAY
School Rankings
Douglas Upper 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 Douglas Upper Elementary School is 0.32, which is less 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
#162 out of 303 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
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 ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
75%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.3%
34.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. 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 Douglas Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Douglas Upper Elementary School is ranked #162 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?
53% 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 Douglas Upper Elementary School?
251 students attend Douglas Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Douglas Upper Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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