Serving 250 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Velma Linford Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to 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 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 250 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Velma Linford Elementary serves the southern part of Laramie's school district, covering an area of approximately 83.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive time of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edges of the attendance zone located up to 15.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Velma Linford Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Velma Linford Elementary School's student population of 250 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
250 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Velma Linford 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 Velma Linford Elementary School is 0.43, which is more 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
#86 out of 303 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
53%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
75%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.2%
34.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
9%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Velma Linford Elementary School's ranking?
Velma Linford Elementary School is ranked #86 out of 303 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Velma Linford Elementary School?
250 students attend Velma Linford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Velma Linford Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Velma Linford Elementary School?
Velma Linford Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Velma Linford Elementary School offer ?
Velma Linford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Velma Linford Elementary School part of?
Velma Linford Elementary School is part of Albany County School District #1.
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