Needs Improvement
#265 of 301 schools in WY
Eastside Elementary
Middle School · Sweetwater County School District #1
P.O. Box 1089, Rock Springs, WY 82902
Enrollment
500
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
3.8
Grades
4th – 6th
Enrollment
500
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
3.8
Grades
4th – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wyoming schools
#265 of 301
In Rock Springs
#9 of 10
public schools
In district
#12 of 13
Sweetwater County School District #1
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About Eastside Elementary
Eastside Elementary is a public middle school in Rock Springs, WY, part of Sweetwater County School District #1. Eastside Elementary serves approximately 500 students, and covers grades 4th-6th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Eastside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #265 of 301 schools in WY.
Structured state assessment records for Eastside Elementary show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.7
- WY avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
46% of students at Eastside Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Eastside Elementary — Students at Eastside Elementary score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.6%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 3.6/10.
How Eastside Elementary Compares
See how Eastside 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 1089, Rock Springs, WY 82902
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Eastside Elementary may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Lincoln Middle School (rated 7.8/10, 14.1 miles away, in nearby Green River), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rock Springs Junior High (rated 6.0/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pilot Butte Elementary (rated 5.7/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rock Springs, see our Rock Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
18 within 14.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOLY SPIRIT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Rock Springs | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Rock Springs High School Rock Springs | 0.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Walnut Elementary Rock Springs | 1.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Black Butte High School Rock Springs | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Desert View Elementary Rock Springs | 2.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Rock Springs Junior High Rock Springs | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Stagecoach Elementary Rock Springs | 2.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Sage Elementary Rock Springs | 3.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Pilot Butte Elementary Rock Springs | 3.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Northpark Elementary Rock Springs | 3.8 mi | 5.6 |
| GREEN RIVER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Green River | 13.7 mi | — |
| Harrison Elementary Green River | 13.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Truman Elementary Green River | 13.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Washington Elementary Green River | 13.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Lincoln Middle School Green River | 14.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Expedition Academy Green River | 14.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Green River High School Green River | 14.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Monroe Elementary School Green River | 14.3 mi | 5.4 |
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Dean Morgan Middle School Casper, WY | 3.7 |
| Johnson Junior High School Cheyenne, WY | 4.5 |
| Riverton Middle School Riverton, WY | 4.9 |
| Casper Classical Academy Casper, WY | 5.1 |
| Lander Middle School Lander, WY | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Eastside Elementary
What grades does Eastside Elementary serve?
Eastside Elementary serves students in grades 4th through 6th.
How many students attend Eastside Elementary?
Eastside Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 500 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Eastside Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Eastside Elementary is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Eastside Elementary rank in WY?
Eastside Elementary ranks #265 of 301 schools in WY.
What is Eastside Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Eastside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Eastside Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Eastside Elementary has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
Is Eastside Elementary a charter school?
No, Eastside Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Eastside Elementary a Title I school?
No, Eastside Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Eastside Elementary?
61.6% of students at Eastside 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 4th – 6th
- Enrollment
- 500
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Sweetwater County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.0%
- Phone
- (307) 352-3425
Resources & Links
District
Sweetwater County School District #1- District Enrollment
- 4,842
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,924
- District Rank
- #12 of 13
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