Serving 122 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Laura Irwin 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 50-59% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than 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 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 122 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Laura Irwin Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Basin, WY, covering an expansive area of approximately 1,127.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 53 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laura Irwin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Laura Irwin Elementary School's student population of 122 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
122 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Laura Irwin 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 Laura Irwin Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#207 out of 303 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
3%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
15%
16%
Black
n/a
1%
White
80%
75%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.6%
34.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Lil Rebels
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laura Irwin Elementary School's ranking?
Laura Irwin Elementary School is ranked #207 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?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Laura Irwin Elementary School?
122 students attend Laura Irwin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Laura Irwin Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laura Irwin Elementary School?
Laura Irwin Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Laura Irwin Elementary School offer ?
Laura Irwin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Laura Irwin Elementary School part of?
Laura Irwin Elementary School is part of Big Horn County School District #4.
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