Needs Improvement
#280 of 301 schools in WY
Ft. Washakie Elementary
Elementary School · Fremont County School District #21
90 Ethete Road, Ft. Washakie, WY 82514
Enrollment
260
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
260
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wyoming schools
#280 of 301
In Ft. Washakie
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
Fremont County School District #21
School environment
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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About Ft. Washakie Elementary
Ft. Washakie Elementary is a public elementary school in Ft. Washakie, WY, part of Fremont County School District #21.
Ft. Washakie Elementary serves approximately 260 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 7:1 student-teacher ratio. Ft.
Washakie Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #280 of 301 schools in WY. Structured state assessment records for Ft. Washakie Elementary show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- WY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 7:1 students to teachers, Ft. Washakie Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Ft. Washakie Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
47% of students at Ft. Washakie 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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Ft. Washakie Elementary — Students at Ft. Washakie Elementary score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.2%
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: 1.8/10.
How Ft. Washakie Elementary Compares
See how Ft. Washakie Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
90 Ethete Road, Ft. Washakie, WY 82514
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ft. Washakie Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Gannett Peak Elementary (rated 6.1/10, 13.0 miles away, in nearby Lander), which scores notably higher. Another option is Baldwin Creek Elementary (rated 5.8/10, 12.4 miles away, in nearby Lander), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wind River Elementary (rated 5.6/10, 19.0 miles away, in nearby Pavillion), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ft. Washakie, see our Ft. Washakie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 22.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ft. Washakie Middle School Ft. Washakie | 0.0 mi | 2.9 |
| Ft. Washakie High School Ft. Washakie | 0.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Wyoming Indian High School Ethete | 4.3 mi | 3.2 |
| Wyoming Indian Elementary Ethete | 4.5 mi | 3.2 |
| Wyoming Indian Middle School Ethete | 4.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Lander Valley High School Lander | 12.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Baldwin Creek Elementary Lander | 12.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Lander Middle School Lander | 12.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Pathfinder High School Lander | 12.8 mi | 3.7 |
| Gannett Peak Elementary Lander | 13.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Wind River Elementary Pavillion | 19.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Wind River Learning Academy Pavillion | 19.0 mi | — |
| Wind River High School Pavillion | 19.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Wind River Middle School Pavillion | 19.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Arapahoe Charter High School Arapahoe | 18.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Arapahoe Elementary Arapahoe | 18.6 mi | 3.0 |
| St. Stephens Indian School St. Stephens | 22.0 mi | — |
| Riverton High School Riverton | 22.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Frontier Academy Riverton | 22.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Riverton Middle School Riverton | 22.5 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 82514 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$31,797
Median Home Value
$94,500
Median Rent
$575/mo
Population
1,294
College Educated
10.9%
Homeownership
61.8%
Poverty Rate
33.1%
Median Age
32.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Wyoming Indian Elementary Ethete, WY | 3.2 |
| Bain Elementary Cheyenne, WY | 3.3 |
| Rossman Elementary Cheyenne, WY | 3.1 |
| Woods Learning Center Casper, WY | 3.1 |
| Rozet Elementary Rozet, WY | 3.4 |
| Afflerbach Elementary Cheyenne, WY | 3.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ft. Washakie Elementary
What grades does Ft. Washakie Elementary serve?
Ft. Washakie Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Ft. Washakie Elementary?
Ft. Washakie Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 260 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ft. Washakie Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ft. Washakie Elementary is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ft. Washakie Elementary rank in WY?
Ft. Washakie Elementary ranks #280 of 301 schools in WY.
What is Ft. Washakie Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ft. Washakie Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 Ft. Washakie Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ft. Washakie Elementary has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
Is Ft. Washakie Elementary a charter school?
No, Ft. Washakie Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ft. Washakie Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ft. Washakie Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ft. Washakie Elementary?
91.2% of students at Ft. Washakie 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 260
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Fremont County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.3%
- Phone
- (307) 332-2380
Resources & Links
District
Fremont County School District #21- District Enrollment
- 409
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $48,705
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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