Excellent
#4 of 301 schools in WY
Top 1% in state
Colter Elementary
Elementary School · Teton County School District #1
P.O. Box 568, Jackson, WY 83001
Enrollment
289
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
9.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
289
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
9.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wyoming schools
#4 of 301
In Jackson
#1 of 8
public schools
In district
#1 of 9
Teton County School District #1
Academic performance
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Colter Elementary
Colter Elementary is a public elementary school in Jackson, WY, part of Teton County School District #1. Colter Elementary serves approximately 289 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Colter Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 out of 10 and ranks #4 of 301 schools in WY.
Structured state assessment records for Colter Elementary show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
- This school 9.4 · Excellent
- District avg 8.1
- WY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Colter Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Colter Elementary — Students at Colter Elementary score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
17.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from WY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.4/10.
How Colter Elementary Compares
See how Colter Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
P.O. Box 568, Jackson, WY 83001
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Colter Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wilson Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 4.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Alta Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 23.6 miles away, in nearby Alta), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Jackson Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 2.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Jackson, see our Jackson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 24.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Summit Innovations School Jackson | 0.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Jackson Hole High School Jackson | 0.1 mi | 5.3 |
| JACKSON HOLE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Jackson | 0.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Jackson Hole Middle School Jackson | 0.3 mi | 7.0 |
| JACKSON HOLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Jackson | 0.5 mi | — |
| JACKSON HOLE CLASSICAL ACADEMY Jackson | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| MOUNTAIN ACADEMY OF TETON SCIENCE SCHOOLS Jackson | 2.2 mi | 9.0 |
| Jackson Elementary Jackson | 2.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Wilson Elementary Jackson | 4.2 mi | 8.9 |
| RED TOP MEADOWS Wilson | 6.7 mi | — |
| Munger Mountain Elementary School Jackson | 6.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Kelly Elementary Jackson | 14.2 mi | 4.9 |
| VICTOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Victor | 17.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Alta Elementary Alta | 23.6 mi | 8.9 |
| THE LEARNING ACADEMY OF TETON VALLEY Driggs | 22.8 mi | 5.1 |
| TETON HIGH SCHOOL Driggs | 24.0 mi | 5.0 |
| DRIGGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Driggs | 24.2 mi | 4.1 |
| RENDEZVOUS UPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Driggs | 24.0 mi | 7.2 |
| TETON MIDDLE SCHOOL Driggs | 24.3 mi | 6.4 |
| BASIN ALTERNATIVE HIGH SCHOOL Driggs | 24.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 83001 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$114,402
Median Home Value
$1,369,000
Median Rent
$1,986/mo
Population
17,458
College Educated
60.1%
Homeownership
60.1%
Poverty Rate
5.4%
Median Age
38.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Canyon Elementary School Diamondville, WY | 9.3 |
| Big Horn Elementary Big Horn, WY | 9.2 |
| Sagebrush Elementary Sheridan, WY | 9.1 |
| Snowy Range Academy Laramie, WY | 9.0 |
| Sundance Elementary Sundance, WY | 8.9 |
| Wilson Elementary Jackson, WY | 8.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Colter Elementary
What grades does Colter Elementary serve?
Colter Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Colter Elementary?
Colter Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 289 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Colter Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Colter Elementary is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Colter Elementary rank in WY?
Colter Elementary ranks #4 of 301 schools in WY.
What is Colter Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Colter Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 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 Colter Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Colter Elementary has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
Is Colter Elementary a charter school?
No, Colter Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Colter Elementary a Title I school?
No, Colter Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Colter Elementary?
17.3% of students at Colter 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 289
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 17.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Teton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.0%
- Phone
- (307) 733-9651
Resources & Links
District
Teton County School District #1- District Enrollment
- 2,822
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,386
- District Rank
- #1 of 9
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