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Little Powder Elementary

Elementary School · Campbell County School District #1

P.O. Box 100, Weston, WY 82731

Enrollment

16

Student-Teacher

4:1

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Updated 2022-23

About Little Powder Elementary

Little Powder Elementary is a public elementary school in Weston, WY, part of the Campbell County School District #1. The school serves approximately 16 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 4:1. Students demonstrate 73% proficiency in math and 67% in reading/language arts.

Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $74,541, where 46% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote rural setting.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 16 students, Little Powder Elementary is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 4:1, Little Powder Elementary offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Located in a rural area, Little Powder Elementary may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.

School Profile

Limited Data
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
16 students
Type
Public
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
Address
P.O. Box 100, Weston, WY 82731
Phone
(307) 682-2725
Data Year
SY 2022-23
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Test Scores WY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 73.2%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 66.5%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from WY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
69.5%
ELA
49.5%
2021*
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2022
Math
75%
ELA
75%

* 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: N/A.

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
25%
Teaching Staff
4:1 student-teacher ratio
4 teachers

Location

P.O. Box 100, Weston, WY 82731

Nearby Schools

4 within 34.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Biddle School Biddle 18.1 mi
Recluse School Gillette 18.7 mi
Rawhide Elementary Gillette 32.3 mi 7.8
Hammond School Hammond 34.6 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 82731 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,541

Population

204

College Educated

46.2%

Homeownership

38.8%

Poverty Rate

0%

Median Age

37.2

Community Profile

The community surrounding Little Powder Elementary has a median household income of $74,541. It is a well-educated community where 46% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The local poverty rate of 0.0% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Little Powder Elementary

What grades does Little Powder Elementary serve?

Little Powder Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Little Powder Elementary?

Little Powder Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 16 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Little Powder Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Little Powder Elementary is 4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

What are the test scores at Little Powder Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Little Powder Elementary has 73.2% math proficiency and 66.5% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Little Powder Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Little Powder Elementary a Title I school?

No, Little Powder Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

25.0% of students at Little Powder 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

County Safety
Average (262/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
16
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
Teachers (FTE)
4
Free/Reduced Lunch
25.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Campbell County
Data Year
2023–2024

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