Serving 129 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Gilchrist Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 50-59% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 129 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gilchrist Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Gilchrist Elementary School's student population of 129 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
129 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gilchrist Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 303 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gilchrist Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#69 out of 303 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
3%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
8%
16%
Black
n/a
1%
White
88%
75%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.2%
34.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gilchrist Elementary School's ranking?
Gilchrist Elementary School is ranked #69 out of 303 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wyoming.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Gilchrist Elementary School?
129 students attend Gilchrist Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Gilchrist Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gilchrist Elementary School?
Gilchrist Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Gilchrist Elementary School offer ?
Gilchrist Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gilchrist Elementary School part of?
Gilchrist Elementary School is part of Laramie County School District #1.
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