Serving 166 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Saratoga Elementary School 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 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 166 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Saratoga Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Saratoga, WY, encompassing approximately 4,184 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of over 40 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of nearly 77 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saratoga Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Saratoga Elementary School's student population of 166 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
166 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1972
School Rankings
Saratoga Elementary School 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 Saratoga Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#94 out of 303 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
3%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
8%
16%
Black
1%
1%
White
84%
75%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.1%
34.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saratoga Elementary School's ranking?
Saratoga Elementary School is ranked #94 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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Saratoga Elementary School?
166 students attend Saratoga Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Saratoga Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Saratoga Elementary School?
Saratoga Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Saratoga Elementary School offer ?
Saratoga Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Saratoga Elementary School part of?
Saratoga Elementary School is part of Carbon County School District #2.
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