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Very Good

#105 of 301 schools in WY

Top 35% in state

Douglas Upper Elementary School

Elementary School · Converse County School District #1

615 Hamilton Street, Douglas, WY 82633

Enrollment

270

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

7.1

Grades

4th – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wyoming schools

#105 of 301

In Douglas

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

Converse County School District #1

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Douglas Upper Elementary School

7.1/10

Elementary School in Douglas · grades 4th – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.0/10

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7.9/10

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About Douglas Upper Elementary School

Douglas Upper Elementary School is a public elementary school in Douglas, WY, part of Converse County School District #1. Douglas Upper Elementary School serves approximately 270 students, and covers grades 4th-5th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Douglas Upper Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #105 of 301 schools in WY.

Structured state assessment records for Douglas Upper Elementary School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.1
  • WY avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.85 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency56% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency53% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile55th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,731
Chronic Absenteeism24.4%

Douglas Upper Elementary School — Students at Douglas Upper Elementary School score 53% 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

35.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 63.2% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 61.6% (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
81%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
81%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
36%
ELA
58%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
53%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
60%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
73%
2017
Math
64%
ELA
69%
2018
Math
56%
ELA
51%
2019
Math
56%
ELA
51%
2020*
Math
61%
ELA
56%
2021*
Math
61%
ELA
56%
2022
Math
56%
ELA
50%

* 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: 6.7/10.

How Douglas Upper Elementary School Compares

See how Douglas Upper Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.1/10
65th percentile in WY
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
6.7/10
Average
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
36%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

615 Hamilton Street, Douglas, WY 82633

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Douglas Upper Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Douglas Primary School (rated 7.3/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Grant Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 23.6 miles away, in nearby Glenrock), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Douglas Intermediate School (rated 7.0/10, 0.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Douglas, see our Douglas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

13 within 33.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Douglas Intermediate School Douglas 0.1 mi 7.0
Douglas Middle School Douglas 0.7 mi 7.9
Douglas Primary School Douglas 1.8 mi 7.3
Douglas High School Douglas 1.9 mi 6.9
White Elementary Douglas 15.3 mi
Moss Agate Elementary Douglas 13.9 mi
Shawnee Elementary Douglas 19.9 mi
Grant Elementary Glenrock 23.6 mi 7.3
Glendo Elementary Wheatland 26.1 mi
Glendo Junior High School Wheatland 26.1 mi
Glenrock Jr/Sr High School Glenrock 23.8 mi 6.8
Glenrock Intermediate School Glenrock 24.8 mi 6.1
Dry Creek Elementary Douglas 33.5 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 82633 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,467

Median Home Value

$274,200

Median Rent

$874/mo

Population

9,511

College Educated

25.4%

Homeownership

78%

Poverty Rate

12.7%

Median Age

39.9

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Cloud Peak Elementary Buffalo, WY 7.0
Douglas Intermediate School Douglas, WY 7.0
Eastside Elementary Cody, WY 7.0
Wagonwheel Elementary Gillette, WY 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Douglas Upper Elementary School

What grades does Douglas Upper Elementary School serve?

Douglas Upper Elementary School serves students in grades 4th through 5th.

How many students attend Douglas Upper Elementary School?

Douglas Upper Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 270 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Douglas Upper Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Douglas Upper Elementary School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Douglas Upper Elementary School rank in WY?

Douglas Upper Elementary School ranks #105 of 301 schools in WY.

What is Douglas Upper Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Douglas Upper Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Douglas Upper Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Douglas Upper Elementary School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

Is Douglas Upper Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Douglas Upper Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Douglas Upper Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Douglas Upper Elementary School?

35.6% of students at Douglas Upper Elementary School 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
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 5th
Enrollment
270
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
35.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Converse County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.4%

District

Converse County School District #1
District Enrollment
1,672
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,731
District Rank
#3 of 5

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