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Dry Creek Elementary
Elementary School · Converse County School District #1
615 Hamilton Street, Douglas, WY 82633
Enrollment
5
Student-Teacher
5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
5
Student-Teacher
5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Dry Creek Elementary
Dry Creek Elementary is a public elementary school in Douglas, WY, part of the Converse County School District #1. The school serves approximately 5 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 5:1. Students demonstrate 75% proficiency in math and 75% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $81,467, where 25% 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 5 students, Dry Creek 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 5:1, Dry Creek 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, Dry Creek 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 5 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Address
- 615 Hamilton Street, Douglas, WY 82633
- Website
- converse1schools.org
- Phone
- (307) 358-2351
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores WY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 4 test records from WY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 75% (2019) to 75% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 75% (2019) to 75% (2022).
Location
615 Hamilton Street, Douglas, WY 82633
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dry Creek Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Douglas Upper Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 33.5 miles away). Another option is Douglas Primary School (rated 7.4/10, 33.7 miles away). Additionally, Douglas Intermediate School (rated 3.8/10, 33.4 miles away). For more schools in Douglas, see our Douglas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
6 within 35.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Douglas Intermediate School Douglas | 33.4 mi | 3.8 |
| Douglas Primary School Douglas | 33.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Douglas Upper Elementary School Douglas | 33.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Douglas High School Douglas | 33.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Douglas Middle School Douglas | 34.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Shawnee Elementary Douglas | 35.9 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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Dry Creek Elementary has a median household income of $81,467. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $274,200, with a median rent of $874/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.7%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bondurant Elementary Pinedale, WY | — |
| Centennial Elementary Centennial, WY | — |
| Clawson Elementary Horse Creek, WY | — |
| Crowheart Elementary Crowheart, WY | — |
| Granger Elementary Granger, WY | — |
| Lance Creek Elementary Lance Creek, WY | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dry Creek Elementary
What grades does Dry Creek Elementary serve?
Dry Creek Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Dry Creek Elementary?
Dry Creek Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 5 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dry Creek Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Dry Creek Elementary is 5:1. 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 Dry Creek Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Dry Creek Elementary has 75.0% math proficiency and 75.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Dry Creek Elementary a charter school?
No, Dry Creek Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dry Creek Elementary a Title I school?
No, Dry Creek Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Elevated (973/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Douglas). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 5
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Converse County
- Phone
- (307) 358-2351
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Converse County School District #1- District Enrollment
- 1,672
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,731
Other Schools in This District
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