Serving 521 students in grades 4-6, Eastside Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wyoming for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 23% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 521 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eastside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Eastside Elementary School's student population of 521 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
521 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Eastside Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 309 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eastside Elementary School is 0.52, which is more 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
#257 out of 309 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
3%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
31%
14%
Black
1%
1%
White
62%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
22%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eastside Elementary School's ranking?
Eastside Elementary School is ranked #257 out of 309 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?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% WY state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Eastside Elementary School?
521 students attend Eastside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Eastside Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eastside Elementary School?
Eastside Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Eastside Elementary School offer ?
Eastside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Eastside Elementary School part of?
Eastside Elementary School is part of Sweetwater County School District #1.
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