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#172 of 301 schools in WY
Gannett Peak Elementary
Elementary School · Fremont County School District # 1
615 Popo Agie, Lander, WY 82520
Enrollment
432
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
432
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wyoming schools
#172 of 301
In Lander
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#1 of 5
Fremont County School District # 1
Academic performance
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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About Gannett Peak Elementary
Gannett Peak Elementary is a public elementary school in Lander, WY, part of Fremont County School District # 1. Gannett Peak Elementary serves approximately 432 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Gannett Peak Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #172 of 301 schools in WY.
Structured state assessment records for Gannett Peak Elementary show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- WY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Gannett Peak 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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Gannett Peak Elementary — Students at Gannett Peak Elementary score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
37.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 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: 5.0/10.
How Gannett Peak Elementary Compares
See how Gannett Peak Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
615 Popo Agie, Lander, WY 82520
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gannett Peak Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Willow Creek Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 21.3 miles away, in nearby Riverton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Jackson Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 21.9 miles away, in nearby Riverton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rendezvous Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 22.1 miles away, in nearby Riverton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lander, see our Lander schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 22.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pathfinder High School Lander | 0.3 mi | 3.7 |
| Lander Middle School Lander | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Baldwin Creek Elementary Lander | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Lander Valley High School Lander | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Wyoming Indian Elementary Ethete | 10.6 mi | 3.2 |
| Wyoming Indian High School Ethete | 12.7 mi | 3.2 |
| Wyoming Indian Middle School Ethete | 13.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Ft. Washakie Middle School Ft. Washakie | 13.0 mi | 2.9 |
| Ft. Washakie Elementary Ft. Washakie | 13.0 mi | 3.2 |
| Ft. Washakie High School Ft. Washakie | 13.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Arapahoe Charter High School Arapahoe | 15.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Arapahoe Elementary Arapahoe | 15.6 mi | 3.0 |
| St. Stephens Indian School St. Stephens | 19.3 mi | — |
| Riverton High School Riverton | 21.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Willow Creek Elementary Riverton | 21.3 mi | 8.7 |
| Frontier Academy Riverton | 21.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Riverton Middle School Riverton | 21.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Jackson Elementary Riverton | 21.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Rendezvous Elementary Riverton | 22.1 mi | 7.6 |
| SMART-START MONTESSORI ACADEMY Riverton | 22.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 82520 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,000
Median Home Value
$318,300
Median Rent
$882/mo
Population
13,385
College Educated
35.4%
Homeownership
73.8%
Avg Commute
14.7 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
39
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|---|---|
| Evansville Elementary Evansville, WY | 5.9 |
| Aspen Elementary Evanston, WY | 6.3 |
| Southside Elementary Powell, WY | 6.3 |
| Summit Elementary School Casper, WY | 6.3 |
| Baggs Elementary Cheyenne, WY | 5.8 |
| Buffalo Ridge Elementary Gillette, WY | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gannett Peak Elementary
What grades does Gannett Peak Elementary serve?
Gannett Peak Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.
How many students attend Gannett Peak Elementary?
Gannett Peak Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 432 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gannett Peak Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Gannett Peak Elementary is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gannett Peak Elementary rank in WY?
Gannett Peak Elementary ranks #172 of 301 schools in WY.
What is Gannett Peak Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Gannett Peak Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Gannett Peak Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gannett Peak Elementary has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
Is Gannett Peak Elementary a charter school?
No, Gannett Peak Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gannett Peak Elementary a Title I school?
No, Gannett Peak Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gannett Peak Elementary?
37.5% of students at Gannett Peak 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
- Kindergarten – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 432
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 37.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Fremont County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.6%
- Phone
- (307) 332-6690
Resources & Links
District
Fremont County School District # 1- District Enrollment
- 1,612
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,393
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
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