Serving 195 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Walnut Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wyoming for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower 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 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 195 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49%
- Attendance Zone: Walnut Elementary serves the southwest part of Rock Springs, WY, covering an attendance area of approximately 477.7 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 42.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walnut Elementary School's student population of 195 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
195 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Walnut 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 Walnut Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#261 out of 303 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
53%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-49%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
75%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.5%
34.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Squirrels
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walnut Elementary School's ranking?
Walnut Elementary School is ranked #261 out of 303 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wyoming.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Walnut Elementary School?
195 students attend Walnut Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Walnut Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walnut Elementary School?
Walnut Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Walnut Elementary School offer ?
Walnut Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Walnut Elementary School part of?
Walnut Elementary School is part of Sweetwater County School District #1.
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