Serving 299 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Prairie Wind Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 60% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 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 (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Prairie Wind Elementary serves the northeastern part of Cheyenne, WY, encompassing an area of approximately 808.7 square miles. Families in this zone typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 17.9 miles from the school to the zone's edge, and the furthest boundary located 31.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Prairie Wind Elementary School's student population of 299 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
299 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Prairie Wind Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 303 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prairie Wind 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
#72 out of 303 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Hispanic
12%
16%
Black
1%
1%
White
83%
75%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.8%
34.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairie Wind Elementary School's ranking?
Prairie Wind Elementary School is ranked #72 out of 303 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wyoming.
What schools are Prairie Wind Elementary School often compared to?
Prairie Wind Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Davis Elementary School, Sunflower Elementary School, Buffalo Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Prairie Wind Elementary School?
299 students attend Prairie Wind Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Prairie Wind Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prairie Wind Elementary School?
Prairie Wind Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Prairie Wind Elementary School offer ?
Prairie Wind Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Prairie Wind Elementary School part of?
Prairie Wind Elementary School is part of Laramie County School District #1.
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