Serving 184 students in grades 3-5, Newcastle Elementary 3-5 ranks in the top 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 48%). 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 11:1 is equal to the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 23% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 184 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newcastle Elementary 3-5 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Newcastle Elementary 3-5's student population of 184 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
184 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Newcastle Elementary 3-5 ranks within the top 50% of all 309 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newcastle Elementary 3-5 is 0.17, which is less 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
#131 out of 309 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
3%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
n/a
1%
White
91%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
22%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newcastle Elementary 3-5's ranking?
Newcastle Elementary 3-5 is ranked #131 out of 309 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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% WY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Newcastle Elementary 3-5?
184 students attend Newcastle Elementary 3-5.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Newcastle Elementary 3-5 students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newcastle Elementary 3-5?
Newcastle Elementary 3-5 has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Newcastle Elementary 3-5 offer ?
Newcastle Elementary 3-5 offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Newcastle Elementary 3-5 part of?
Newcastle Elementary 3-5 is part of Weston County School District #1.
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