Serving 18 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wapiti 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 <50% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower 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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 18 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in WY)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wapiti Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Cody, WY, encompassing approximately 2,561.7 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located up to 48.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wapiti Elementary School's student population of 18 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
18 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Working Together for Excellence in Learning
School Rankings
The diversity score of Wapiti Elementary School is 0.20, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
48%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
53%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
16%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
75%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.7%
34.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% WY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Wapiti Elementary School?
18 students attend Wapiti Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Wapiti Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wapiti Elementary School?
Wapiti Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Wapiti Elementary School offer ?
Wapiti Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wapiti Elementary School part of?
Wapiti Elementary School is part of Park County School District # 6.
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