Excellent
#17 of 301 schools in WY
Top 5% in state
Meadowlark Elementary
Elementary School · Johnson County School District #1
550 South Burritt Avenue, Buffalo, WY 82834
Enrollment
247
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
247
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wyoming schools
#17 of 301
In Buffalo
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 6
Johnson County School District #1
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Meadowlark Elementary
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About Meadowlark Elementary
Meadowlark Elementary is a public elementary school in Buffalo, WY, part of Johnson County School District #1. Meadowlark Elementary serves approximately 247 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Meadowlark Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #17 of 301 schools in WY.
Structured state assessment records for Meadowlark Elementary show 89% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2012) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2012).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 7.9
- WY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Meadowlark Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Meadowlark Elementary — Students at Meadowlark Elementary score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
34.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WY EDFACTS (2011-12)
Based on 6 test records from WY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.9/10.
How Meadowlark Elementary Compares
See how Meadowlark Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
550 South Burritt Avenue, Buffalo, WY 82834
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Meadowlark Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Big Horn Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 27.7 miles away, in nearby Big Horn), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Sagebrush Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 35.4 miles away, in nearby Sheridan), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Story Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 18.6 miles away, in nearby Story), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Buffalo, see our Buffalo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 35.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Clear Creek Middle School Buffalo | 0.1 mi | 9.0 |
| Cloud Peak Elementary Buffalo | 0.2 mi | 7.0 |
| New West High School Buffalo | 0.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Buffalo High School Buffalo | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Story Elementary Story | 18.6 mi | 9.0 |
| Clearmont K-12 School Clearmont | 25.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Big Horn Elementary Big Horn | 27.7 mi | 9.2 |
| Big Horn High School Big Horn | 27.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Big Horn Middle School Big Horn | 27.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Woodland Park Elementary Sheridan | 30.4 mi | 8.8 |
| John C. Schiffer Collaborative School Sheridan | 31.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Henry A. Coffeen Elementary Sheridan | 33.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Meadowlark Elementary Sheridan | 33.2 mi | 7.4 |
| HOLY NAME CATHOLIC SCHOOL Sheridan | 33.8 mi | 4.3 |
| The Wright Place Sheridan | 34.5 mi | — |
| Sheridan Junior High School Sheridan | 34.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Highland Park Elementary Sheridan | 34.6 mi | 7.8 |
| MARTIN LUTHER GRAMMAR SCHOOL Sheridan | 34.9 mi | — |
| Sagebrush Elementary Sheridan | 35.4 mi | 9.1 |
| Sheridan High School Sheridan | 35.3 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 82834 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,128
Median Home Value
$297,000
Median Rent
$1,080/mo
Population
7,699
College Educated
31.9%
Homeownership
77.8%
Avg Commute
16.2 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
45.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Westside Elementary Powell, WY | 8.8 |
| Woodland Park Elementary Sheridan, WY | 8.8 |
| Sundance Elementary Sundance, WY | 8.9 |
| Wilson Elementary Jackson, WY | 8.9 |
| South Side Elementary Worland, WY | 8.7 |
| Willow Creek Elementary Riverton, WY | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Meadowlark Elementary
What grades does Meadowlark Elementary serve?
Meadowlark Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Meadowlark Elementary?
Meadowlark Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 247 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Meadowlark Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Meadowlark Elementary is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Meadowlark Elementary rank in WY?
Meadowlark Elementary ranks #17 of 301 schools in WY.
What is Meadowlark Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Meadowlark Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Meadowlark Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Meadowlark Elementary has 89% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2012) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2012).
Is Meadowlark Elementary a charter school?
No, Meadowlark Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Meadowlark Elementary a Title I school?
No, Meadowlark Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Meadowlark Elementary?
34.8% of students at Meadowlark 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 247
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 34.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Johnson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.9%
- Phone
- (307) 684-9518
Resources & Links
District
Johnson County School District #1- District Enrollment
- 1,190
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,710
- District Rank
- #2 of 6
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