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Desert Elementary

Elementary School · Sweetwater County School District #1

P.O. Box 10, Wamsutter, WY 82336

Enrollment

21

Student-Teacher

7:1

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Updated 2022-23

About Desert Elementary

Desert Elementary is a public elementary school in Wamsutter, WY, part of the Sweetwater County School District #1. The school serves approximately 21 students in grades Kindergarten – 6th with a student-teacher ratio of 7:1. Students demonstrate 57% proficiency in math and 33% in reading/language arts.

Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $67,813, where 0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote rural setting.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 21 students, Desert Elementary is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 7:1, Desert Elementary offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Located in a rural area, Desert Elementary may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.

School Profile

Limited Data
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
21 students
Type
Public
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
Address
P.O. Box 10, Wamsutter, WY 82336
Phone
(307) 324-7811
Data Year
SY 2022-23
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Test Scores WY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 56.5%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 33.2%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from WY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
69.5%
ELA
49.5%
2021*
Math
75%
ELA
25%
2022
Math
25%
ELA
25%

* 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: N/A.

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
52%
Teaching Staff
7:1 student-teacher ratio
3 teachers

Location

P.O. Box 10, Wamsutter, WY 82336

Nearby Schools

1 within 0.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Desert Middle School Wamsutter 0.0 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 82336 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,813

Population

206

College Educated

0%

Homeownership

45.2%

Poverty Rate

20.9%

Median Age

56.3

Community Profile

The community surrounding Desert Elementary has a median household income of $67,813. It is a community where 0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The area has a poverty rate of 20.9%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Desert Elementary

What grades does Desert Elementary serve?

Desert Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Desert Elementary?

Desert Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 21 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Desert Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Desert Elementary is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

What are the test scores at Desert Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Desert Elementary has 56.5% math proficiency and 33.2% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Desert Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Desert Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

52.4% of students at Desert 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

County Safety
Low (239/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
21
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
Teachers (FTE)
3
Free/Reduced Lunch
52.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Sweetwater County
Data Year
2023–2024

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