Serving 158 students in grades 2-3, South Side Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Wyoming for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (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 9:1 is lower than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Wyoming state average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 158 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Side Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
South Side Elementary School's student population of 158 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
158 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
South Side Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 303 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Side Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#44 out of 303 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
53%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
3%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
24%
16%
Black
n/a
1%
White
75%
75%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12%
34.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Side Elementary School's ranking?
South Side Elementary School is ranked #44 out of 303 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% 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 South Side Elementary School?
158 students attend South Side Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of South Side Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Side Elementary School?
South Side Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does South Side Elementary School offer ?
South Side Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Side Elementary School part of?
South Side Elementary School is part of Washakie County School District #1.
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