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#79 of 301 schools in WY

Top 26% in state

Rawlins Elementary

Elementary School · Carbon County School District #1

615 Rodeo, Rawlins, WY 82301

Enrollment

639

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wyoming schools

#79 of 301

In Rawlins

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

Carbon County School District #1

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Rawlins Elementary

7.6/10

Elementary School in Rawlins · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Little Snake River Valley School

7.6/10

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7.2/10

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About Rawlins Elementary

Rawlins Elementary is a public elementary school in Rawlins, WY, part of Carbon County School District #1. Rawlins Elementary serves approximately 639 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Rawlins Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #79 of 301 schools in WY.

Structured state assessment records for Rawlins Elementary show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).

How it compares1.5 pts above WY schools
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • WY avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-0.99 pts/yr
Data Period2011–2022
TrendStable
Academics4.6Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile28th
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,251

Rawlins Elementary — Students at Rawlins Elementary score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

43.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 44.3% (multi-year average, 2011-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 42.8% (multi-year average, 2011-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 24 test records from WY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2011
Math
69%
ELA
58%
2012
Math
60%
ELA
49%
2013
Math
28%
ELA
39%
2014
Math
30%
ELA
45%
2015
Math
39%
ELA
45%
2016
Math
39%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
36%
2018
Math
49%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
49%
ELA
39%
2020*
Math
41%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
41%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
45%
ELA
38%

* 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: 8.6/10.

How Rawlins Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.6/10
74th percentile in WY
Academic
4.6/10
Below Average
Growth
8.6/10
Excellent
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
43%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
56 teachers

Location

615 Rodeo, Rawlins, WY 82301

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rawlins Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Saratoga Middle/High School (rated 8.5/10, 32.6 miles away, in nearby Saratoga), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Little Snake River Valley School (rated 7.6/10, 0.2 miles away, in nearby Baggs), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Rawlins Middle School (rated 7.2/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Rawlins, see our Rawlins schools guide .

Nearby Schools

6 within 32.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Little Snake River Valley School Baggs 0.2 mi 7.6
Rawlins Middle School Rawlins 0.9 mi 7.2
Rawlins High School Rawlins 1.1 mi 5.5
Victory High School Rawlins 1.5 mi 4.9
Saratoga Middle/High School Saratoga 32.6 mi 8.5
Saratoga Elementary Saratoga 32.8 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 82301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,925

Median Home Value

$208,000

Median Rent

$833/mo

Population

8,267

College Educated

18.5%

Homeownership

73.5%

Poverty Rate

12.7%

Median Age

38.5

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Afton Elementary Afton, WY 7.8
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Uinta Meadows Elementary Evanston, WY 7.2
Prairie Wind Elementary Cheyenne, WY 8.2
Stagecoach Elementary Rock Springs, WY 6.8
Pinedale Elementary Pinedale, WY 8.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rawlins Elementary

What grades does Rawlins Elementary serve?

Rawlins Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Rawlins Elementary?

Rawlins Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 639 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rawlins Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Rawlins Elementary is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Rawlins Elementary rank in WY?

Rawlins Elementary ranks #79 of 301 schools in WY.

What is Rawlins Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Rawlins Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Rawlins Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Rawlins Elementary has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).

Is Rawlins Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Rawlins Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

43.2% of students at Rawlins 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
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
639
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
56
Free/Reduced Lunch
43.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Carbon County

District

Carbon County School District #1
District Enrollment
1,610
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,251
District Rank
#2 of 5

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