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Davis Elementary

Elementary School · Laramie County School District #1

6309 Yellowstone Road, Cheyenne, WY 82009

Enrollment

323

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wyoming schools

#199 of 301

In Cheyenne

#12 of 36

public schools

In district

#12 of 36

Laramie County School District #1

Academic performance

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Davis Elementary

5.6/10

Elementary School in Cheyenne · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Davis Elementary

Davis Elementary is a public elementary school in Cheyenne, WY, part of Laramie County School District #1. Davis Elementary serves approximately 323 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Davis Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #199 of 301 schools in WY.

Structured state assessment records for Davis Elementary show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 4.8
  • WY avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.5Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.54 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.5Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency58% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile63th
Resources & Environment5.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,376
Chronic Absenteeism23.8%

Davis Elementary — Students at Davis Elementary score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

20.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 53.5% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 61.8% (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
84%
ELA
83%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
79%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
45%
ELA
54%
2018
Math
40%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
50%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
58%

* 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: 4.5/10.

How Davis Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.6/10
34th percentile in WY
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
5.7/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
21%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.8%

Location

6309 Yellowstone Road, Cheyenne, WY 82009

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Davis Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pioneer Park Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PODER Academy (rated 8.3/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Prairie Wind Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cheyenne, see our Cheyenne schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CHEYENNE Cheyenne 0.3 mi
McCormick Junior High School Cheyenne 0.5 mi 6.7
LAURA E MASON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cheyenne 0.6 mi
Central High School Cheyenne 0.7 mi 5.5
Jessup Elementary Cheyenne 0.6 mi 5.3
Hobbs Elementary Cheyenne 0.8 mi 4.9
Deming Elementary Cheyenne 1.9 mi 3.9
Miller Elementary Cheyenne 2.1 mi 6.2
PODER Academy Secondary School Cheyenne 2.4 mi 6.5
Pioneer Park Elementary Cheyenne 2.5 mi 8.7
PODER Academy Cheyenne 2.6 mi 8.3
ST MARY S SCHOOL Cheyenne 2.8 mi 8.0
Anderson Elementary Cheyenne 2.2 mi 4.9
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Cheyenne 2.7 mi 5.2
Arp Elementary Cheyenne 2.6 mi 2.0
Prairie Wind Elementary Cheyenne 3.1 mi 8.2
Alta Vista Elementary Cheyenne 3.0 mi 3.6
Meadowlark Elementary Cheyenne 2.5 mi 6.7
Freedom Elementary Cheyenne 3.2 mi 5.5
Buffalo Ridge Elementary Cheyenne 2.7 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 82009 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$102,727

Median Home Value

$415,000

Median Rent

$1,106/mo

Population

35,355

College Educated

41.3%

Homeownership

83.2%

Avg Commute

18.7 min

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Median Age

45.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Davis Elementary

What grades does Davis Elementary serve?

Davis Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Davis Elementary?

Davis Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 323 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Davis Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Davis Elementary is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Davis Elementary rank in WY?

Davis Elementary ranks #199 of 301 schools in WY.

What is Davis Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Davis Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Davis Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Davis Elementary has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

Is Davis Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Davis Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

20.7% of students at Davis 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
55 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
323
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
20.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Laramie County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.8%

District

Laramie County School District #1
District Enrollment
13,575
Schools in District
38
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,376
District Rank
#12 of 36

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