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Indian Paintbrush Elementary

Elementary School · Albany County School District #1

1653 North 28th Street, Laramie, WY 82072

Enrollment

227

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wyoming schools

#174 of 301

In Laramie

#10 of 11

public schools

In district

#10 of 13

Albany County School District #1

Academic performance

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Indian Paintbrush Elementary

6.0/10

Elementary School in Laramie · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.7/10

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7.3/10

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About Indian Paintbrush Elementary

Indian Paintbrush Elementary is a public elementary school in Laramie, WY, part of Albany County School District #1. Indian Paintbrush Elementary serves approximately 227 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Indian Paintbrush Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #174 of 301 schools in WY.

Structured state assessment records for Indian Paintbrush Elementary show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • WY avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.06 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency67% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency67% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency67% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+14.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile85th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,376
Chronic Absenteeism18.1%

Indian Paintbrush Elementary — Students at Indian Paintbrush Elementary score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

28.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 66.6% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 69.7% (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
92%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
67%
ELA
67%

* 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: 3.4/10.

How Indian Paintbrush Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.0/10
43th percentile in WY
Academic
9.0/10
Excellent
Growth
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
28%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.1%

Location

1653 North 28th Street, Laramie, WY 82072

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Indian Paintbrush Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Snowy Range Academy (rated 9.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Laramie Montessori Charter School (rated 7.9/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Slade Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Laramie, see our Laramie schools guide .

Nearby Schools

17 within 35.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Laramie Middle School Laramie 0.4 mi 6.7
Slade Elementary Laramie 1.1 mi 7.3
Whiting High School Laramie 1.5 mi 4.6
UW Laboratory School Laramie 1.3 mi 6.8
Snowy Range Academy Laramie 1.5 mi 9.0
Beitel Elementary Laramie 1.6 mi 6.8
Laramie High School Laramie 1.9 mi 6.0
Spring Creek Elementary Laramie 2.0 mi 6.1
Laramie Montessori Charter School Laramie 2.2 mi 7.9
Velma Linford Elementary Laramie 3.6 mi 6.6
Clawson Elementary Horse Creek 19.1 mi
Harmony Elementary Laramie 20.2 mi
Willadsen Elementary Granite Canyon 25.7 mi
Gilchrist Elementary Cheyenne 27.6 mi 6.6
Rock River High School Rock River 35.7 mi 4.8
Rock River Junior High School Rock River 35.7 mi
Rock River Elementary Rock River 35.7 mi 3.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 82072 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,717

Median Home Value

$313,300

Median Rent

$901/mo

Population

16,438

College Educated

57.9%

Homeownership

45%

Poverty Rate

22.1%

Median Age

26.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Indian Paintbrush Elementary

What grades does Indian Paintbrush Elementary serve?

Indian Paintbrush Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Indian Paintbrush Elementary?

Indian Paintbrush Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 227 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Indian Paintbrush Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Indian Paintbrush Elementary is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Indian Paintbrush Elementary rank in WY?

Indian Paintbrush Elementary ranks #174 of 301 schools in WY.

What is Indian Paintbrush Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Indian Paintbrush Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Indian Paintbrush Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Indian Paintbrush Elementary has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

Is Indian Paintbrush Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Indian Paintbrush Elementary a Title I school?

No, Indian Paintbrush Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

28.2% of students at Indian Paintbrush 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
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
71 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
227
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
28.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Albany County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.1%

District

Albany County School District #1
District Enrollment
3,857
Schools in District
17
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,376
District Rank
#10 of 13

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