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#122 of 301 schools in WY

Top 40% in state

Beitel Elementary

Elementary School · Albany County School District #1

811 South 17th Street, Laramie, WY 82070

Enrollment

215

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wyoming schools

#122 of 301

In Laramie

#4 of 11

public schools

In district

#4 of 13

Albany County School District #1

School environment

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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Beitel Elementary

6.8/10

Elementary School in Laramie · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.1/10

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About Beitel Elementary

Beitel Elementary is a public elementary school in Laramie, WY, part of Albany County School District #1. Beitel Elementary serves approximately 215 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Beitel Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #122 of 301 schools in WY.

Structured state assessment records for Beitel Elementary show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • WY avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.74 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,376
Chronic Absenteeism23.3%

Beitel Elementary — Students at Beitel Elementary score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

36.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 69.7% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 67.4% (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
82%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
47%

* 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: 6.8/10.

How Beitel Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.8/10
60th percentile in WY
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
37%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.3%

Location

811 South 17th Street, Laramie, WY 82070

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Beitel Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Snowy Range Academy (rated 9.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Laramie Montessori Charter School (rated 7.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Slade Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Laramie, see our Laramie schools guide .

Nearby Schools

17 within 36.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Spring Creek Elementary Laramie 0.5 mi 6.1
UW Laboratory School Laramie 0.6 mi 6.8
Whiting High School Laramie 0.7 mi 4.6
Laramie Montessori Charter School Laramie 1.0 mi 7.9
Slade Elementary Laramie 1.3 mi 7.3
Laramie Middle School Laramie 1.3 mi 6.7
Laramie High School Laramie 1.3 mi 6.0
Indian Paintbrush Elementary Laramie 1.6 mi 6.0
Snowy Range Academy Laramie 1.6 mi 9.0
Velma Linford Elementary Laramie 2.8 mi 6.6
Harmony Elementary Laramie 18.7 mi
Clawson Elementary Horse Creek 20.4 mi
Willadsen Elementary Granite Canyon 25.5 mi
Gilchrist Elementary Cheyenne 27.8 mi 6.6
Rock River High School Rock River 36.5 mi 4.8
Rock River Junior High School Rock River 36.5 mi
Rock River Elementary Rock River 36.5 mi 3.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 82070 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,399

Median Home Value

$325,500

Median Rent

$960/mo

Population

20,149

College Educated

53.2%

Homeownership

50.6%

Avg Commute

14.5 min

Poverty Rate

20.5%

Median Age

29.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Beitel Elementary

What grades does Beitel Elementary serve?

Beitel Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Beitel Elementary?

Beitel Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 215 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Beitel Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Beitel Elementary is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Beitel Elementary rank in WY?

Beitel Elementary ranks #122 of 301 schools in WY.

What is Beitel Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Beitel Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Beitel Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Beitel Elementary has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

Is Beitel Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Beitel Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

36.7% of students at Beitel 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
59 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
84 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
215
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Free/Reduced Lunch
36.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Albany County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.3%

District

Albany County School District #1
District Enrollment
3,857
Schools in District
17
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,376
District Rank
#4 of 13

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