Serving 436 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Gannett Peak 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Wyoming state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gannett Peak Elementary serves the west part of Lander, WY, covering an extensive attendance area of approximately 1,808.4 square miles. Families within this zone typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 13.7 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, and the furthest point being 43.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gannett Peak Elementary School's student population of 436 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
436 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Gannett Peak Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 303 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gannett Peak Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#113 out of 303 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
53%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
7%
3%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
10%
16%
Black
n/a
1%
White
74%
75%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.2%
34.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gannett Peak Elementary School's ranking?
Gannett Peak Elementary School is ranked #113 out of 303 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?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Gannett Peak Elementary School?
436 students attend Gannett Peak Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Gannett Peak Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gannett Peak Elementary School?
Gannett Peak Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Gannett Peak Elementary School offer ?
Gannett Peak Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gannett Peak Elementary School part of?
Gannett Peak Elementary School is part of Fremont County School District # 1.
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