Serving 500 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 33% (which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 49%). 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 14:1 is higher than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 24% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 500 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 33% (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 500 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
500 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Eagles soar for success!
School Rankings
Eastside 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 Eastside Elementary School is 0.53, 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 303 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
3%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
33%
15%
Black
1%
1%
White
60%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
28%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eastside Elementary School's ranking?
Eastside Elementary School is ranked #257 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?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% 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?
500 students attend Eastside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Eastside Elementary School students are White, 33% 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 Eastside Elementary School?
Eastside Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eastside Elementary School part of?
Eastside Elementary School is part of Sweetwater County School District #1.
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