Serving 272 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Oregon Trail 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 272 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oregon Trail Elementary School's student population of 272 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
272 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Motto
We Weave a Web of Learning: Capture Knowledge, Build Relationships, Connect to Community.
School Rankings
Oregon Trail 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 Oregon Trail Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#199 out of 303 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
3%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
13%
16%
Black
n/a
1%
White
83%
75%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.8%
34.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Trailblazers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oregon Trail Elementary School's ranking?
Oregon Trail Elementary School is ranked #199 out of 303 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wyoming.
What schools are Oregon Trail Elementary School often compared to?
Oregon Trail Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paradise Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Oregon Trail Elementary School?
272 students attend Oregon Trail Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Oregon Trail Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oregon Trail Elementary School?
Oregon Trail Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Oregon Trail Elementary School offer ?
Oregon Trail Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oregon Trail Elementary School part of?
Oregon Trail Elementary School is part of Natrona County School District #1.
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