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#228 of 301 schools in WY

Hobbs Elementary

Elementary School · Laramie County School District #1

5710 Syracuse Road, Cheyenne, WY 82009

Enrollment

308

Student-Teacher

15.4:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wyoming schools

#228 of 301

In Cheyenne

#17 of 36

public schools

In district

#17 of 36

Laramie County School District #1

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4.9/10

Elementary School in Cheyenne · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Hobbs Elementary

Hobbs Elementary is a public elementary school in Cheyenne, WY, part of Laramie County School District #1. Hobbs Elementary serves approximately 308 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Hobbs Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #228 of 301 schools in WY.

Structured state assessment records for Hobbs Elementary show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.8
  • WY avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.68 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-5.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile43th
Resources & Environment5.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,376
Chronic Absenteeism20.1%

Hobbs Elementary — Students at Hobbs Elementary score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

13.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 57.5% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 64.9% (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
83%
ELA
76%
2011
Math
88%
ELA
76%
2012
Math
89%
ELA
79%
2013
Math
49%
ELA
68%
2014
Math
49%
ELA
65%
2015
Math
53%
ELA
70%
2016
Math
56%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
36%
ELA
54%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
54%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
54%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
57%

* 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: 4.1/10.

How Hobbs Elementary Compares

See how Hobbs Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.9/10
25th percentile in WY
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
5.1/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
14%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.1%

Location

5710 Syracuse Road, Cheyenne, WY 82009

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hobbs Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pioneer Park Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PODER Academy (rated 8.3/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MARY S SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cheyenne, see our Cheyenne schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
LAURA E MASON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cheyenne 0.2 mi
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CHEYENNE Cheyenne 0.5 mi
Davis Elementary Cheyenne 0.8 mi 5.6
McCormick Junior High School Cheyenne 1.1 mi 6.7
Central High School Cheyenne 1.1 mi 5.5
Miller Elementary Cheyenne 1.6 mi 6.2
Jessup Elementary Cheyenne 1.4 mi 5.3
Deming Elementary Cheyenne 1.7 mi 3.9
Anderson Elementary Cheyenne 1.4 mi 4.9
Arp Elementary Cheyenne 1.9 mi 2.0
PODER Academy Cheyenne 2.0 mi 8.3
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Cheyenne 2.1 mi 5.2
PODER Academy Secondary School Cheyenne 2.2 mi 6.5
Alta Vista Elementary Cheyenne 2.4 mi 3.6
ST MARY S SCHOOL Cheyenne 2.4 mi 8.0
Meadowlark Elementary Cheyenne 1.9 mi 6.7
Pioneer Park Elementary Cheyenne 2.3 mi 8.7
Buffalo Ridge Elementary Cheyenne 2.0 mi 5.7
Henderson Elementary Cheyenne 2.6 mi 2.9
East High School Cheyenne 2.6 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 82009 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$102,727

Median Home Value

$415,000

Median Rent

$1,106/mo

Population

35,355

College Educated

41.3%

Homeownership

83.2%

Avg Commute

18.7 min

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Median Age

45.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hobbs Elementary

What grades does Hobbs Elementary serve?

Hobbs Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Hobbs Elementary?

Hobbs Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 308 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hobbs Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Hobbs Elementary is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hobbs Elementary rank in WY?

Hobbs Elementary ranks #228 of 301 schools in WY.

What is Hobbs Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Hobbs Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Hobbs Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hobbs Elementary has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

Is Hobbs Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Hobbs Elementary a Title I school?

No, Hobbs Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hobbs Elementary?

13.6% of students at Hobbs 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
45 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
308
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
13.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Laramie County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.1%

District

Laramie County School District #1
District Enrollment
13,575
Schools in District
38
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,376
District Rank
#17 of 36

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