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#69 of 301 schools in WY

Top 23% in state

Afton Elementary

Elementary School · Lincoln County School District #2

333 East 1st Avenue, Afton, WY 83110

Enrollment

398

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Pre-K – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wyoming schools

#69 of 301

In Afton

#1 of 5

public schools

In district

#2 of 9

Lincoln County School District #2

Academic performance

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Afton Elementary

7.8/10

Elementary School in Afton · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.0/10

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About Afton Elementary

Afton Elementary is a public elementary school in Afton, WY, part of Lincoln County School District #2. Afton Elementary serves approximately 398 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Afton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #69 of 301 schools in WY.

Structured state assessment records for Afton Elementary show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.5
  • WY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Afton Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.64 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency77% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency72% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency75% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+22.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile93th
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,530

Afton Elementary — Students at Afton Elementary score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

31.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 73.2% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 70.8% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from WY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
77%
ELA
72%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.9/10.

How Afton Elementary Compares

See how Afton Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.8/10
77th percentile in WY
Academic
9.6/10
Excellent
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
7.6/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
31%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers

Location

333 East 1st Avenue, Afton, WY 83110

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Afton Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GEORGETOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 28.7 miles away, in nearby Georgetown), which scores slightly higher. Another option is A J WINTERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 34.3 miles away, in nearby Montpelier), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Thayne Elementary (rated 5.0/10, 13.4 miles away, in nearby Thayne), a more accessible option. For more schools in Afton, see our Afton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

11 within 34.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Swift Creek High School Afton 0.6 mi 3.0
Star Valley High School Afton 1.1 mi 4.3
Star Valley Middle School Afton 1.5 mi 6.2
Osmond Elementary Afton 3.9 mi 7.6
Thayne Elementary Thayne 13.4 mi 5.0
Etna Elementary Etna 20.9 mi 7.4
GEORGETOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Georgetown 28.7 mi 8.3
BEAR LAKE HIGH SCHOOL Montpelier 33.7 mi 7.1
A J WINTERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Montpelier 34.3 mi 8.2
BEAR LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Montpelier 34.6 mi 6.6
CLOVER CREEK HIGH SCHOOL Montpelier 34.7 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 83110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$83,442

Median Home Value

$348,000

Median Rent

$631/mo

Population

5,166

College Educated

22.3%

Homeownership

72.5%

Avg Commute

13.6 min

Poverty Rate

6.6%

Median Age

35.6

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Ft. Caspar Academy Casper, WY 7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Afton Elementary

What grades does Afton Elementary serve?

Afton Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.

How many students attend Afton Elementary?

Afton Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 398 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Afton Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Afton Elementary is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Afton Elementary rank in WY?

Afton Elementary ranks #69 of 301 schools in WY.

What is Afton Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Afton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Afton Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Afton Elementary has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

Is Afton Elementary a charter school?

No, Afton Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Afton Elementary a Title I school?

No, Afton Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Afton Elementary?

31.2% of students at Afton Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
19 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
398
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
31.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Lincoln County

District

Lincoln County School District #2
District Enrollment
2,939
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,530
District Rank
#2 of 9

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