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Very Good

#112 of 301 schools in WY

Top 37% in state

Cloud Peak Elementary

Elementary School · Johnson County School District #1

100 Conrad, Buffalo, WY 82834

Enrollment

218

Student-Teacher

9.9:1

Score

7.0

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wyoming schools

#112 of 301

In Buffalo

#4 of 5

public schools

In district

#4 of 6

Johnson County School District #1

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Cloud Peak Elementary

7.0/10

Elementary School in Buffalo · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Meadowlark Elementary

8.8/10

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About Cloud Peak Elementary

Cloud Peak Elementary is a public elementary school in Buffalo, WY, part of Johnson County School District #1. Cloud Peak Elementary serves approximately 218 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Cloud Peak Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #112 of 301 schools in WY.

Structured state assessment records for Cloud Peak Elementary show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.9
  • WY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Cloud Peak Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.1 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency58% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency55% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+3.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,710
Chronic Absenteeism20.2%

Cloud Peak Elementary — Students at Cloud Peak Elementary score 55% 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

31.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 60.2% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 61.9% (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
77%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
61%
2014
Math
49%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
58%
ELA
64%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
60%
2017
Math
46%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
60%
ELA
56%
2019
Math
60%
ELA
56%
2020*
Math
56%
ELA
53%
2021*
Math
56%
ELA
53%
2022
Math
58%
ELA
52%

* 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: 5.9/10.

How Cloud Peak Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.0/10
63th percentile in WY
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
32%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.2%

Location

100 Conrad, Buffalo, WY 82834

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cloud Peak Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Big Horn Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 27.9 miles away, in nearby Big Horn), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sagebrush Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 35.5 miles away, in nearby Sheridan), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Story Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 18.8 miles away, in nearby Story), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Buffalo, see our Buffalo schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 35.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Meadowlark Elementary Buffalo 0.2 mi 8.8
Clear Creek Middle School Buffalo 0.2 mi 9.0
Buffalo High School Buffalo 0.6 mi 6.2
New West High School Buffalo 0.9 mi 8.3
Story Elementary Story 18.8 mi 9.0
Clearmont K-12 School Clearmont 25.9 mi 8.2
Big Horn Elementary Big Horn 27.9 mi 9.2
Big Horn High School Big Horn 27.9 mi 8.5
Big Horn Middle School Big Horn 27.9 mi 8.3
Woodland Park Elementary Sheridan 30.5 mi 8.8
John C. Schiffer Collaborative School Sheridan 31.5 mi 4.1
Henry A. Coffeen Elementary Sheridan 33.3 mi 7.1
Meadowlark Elementary Sheridan 33.4 mi 7.4
HOLY NAME CATHOLIC SCHOOL Sheridan 33.9 mi 4.3
The Wright Place Sheridan 34.7 mi
Sheridan Junior High School Sheridan 34.7 mi 7.1
Highland Park Elementary Sheridan 34.7 mi 7.8
MARTIN LUTHER GRAMMAR SCHOOL Sheridan 35.1 mi
Sagebrush Elementary Sheridan 35.5 mi 9.1
Sheridan High School Sheridan 35.5 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 82834 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,128

Median Home Value

$297,000

Median Rent

$1,080/mo

Population

7,699

College Educated

31.9%

Homeownership

77.8%

Avg Commute

16.2 min

Poverty Rate

11.2%

Median Age

45.4

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Newcastle Elementary K-2 Newcastle, WY 6.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cloud Peak Elementary

What grades does Cloud Peak Elementary serve?

Cloud Peak Elementary serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Cloud Peak Elementary?

Cloud Peak Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 218 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cloud Peak Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Cloud Peak Elementary is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cloud Peak Elementary rank in WY?

Cloud Peak Elementary ranks #112 of 301 schools in WY.

What is Cloud Peak Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Cloud Peak Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Cloud Peak Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cloud Peak Elementary has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

Is Cloud Peak Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Cloud Peak Elementary a Title I school?

No, Cloud Peak Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

31.7% of students at Cloud Peak 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
30 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
19 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
218
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
31.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Johnson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.2%

District

Johnson County School District #1
District Enrollment
1,190
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,710
District Rank
#4 of 6

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