Serving 157 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 157 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Newcastle Elementary 3-5's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Newcastle, WY, covering approximately 1,619.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 52 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Newcastle Elementary 3-5's student population of 157 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
157 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We at Newcastle Elementary School have high expectations for all students where risk-taking is fostered to build confident, life-long learners.
School Rankings
Newcastle Elementary 3-5 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 Newcastle Elementary 3-5 is 0.27, 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
#111 out of 303 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
53%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
3%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
1%
White
85%
75%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.1%
34.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
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 #111 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?
61% 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 Newcastle Elementary 3-5?
157 students attend Newcastle Elementary 3-5.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Newcastle Elementary 3-5 students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newcastle Elementary 3-5?
Newcastle Elementary 3-5 has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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