Serving 165 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Northpark 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 45-49% (which is lower than 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 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 165 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49%
- Attendance Zone: Northpark Elementary serves the western part of Rock Springs, WY, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 321.6 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 26.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northpark Elementary School's student population of 165 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
165 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northpark 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 Northpark Elementary School is 0.41, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.41. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#169 out of 303 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-49%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Hispanic
21%
16%
White
74%
75%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.6%
34.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Lions
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northpark Elementary School's ranking?
Northpark Elementary School is ranked #169 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 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Northpark Elementary School?
165 students attend Northpark Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Northpark Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northpark Elementary School?
Northpark Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Northpark Elementary School offer ?
Northpark Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northpark Elementary School part of?
Northpark Elementary School is part of Sweetwater County School District #1.
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