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Sage Elementary

Elementary School · Sweetwater County School District #1

P.O. Box 1089, Rock Springs, WY 82902

Enrollment

363

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wyoming schools

#151 of 301

In Rock Springs

#3 of 10

public schools

In district

#5 of 13

Sweetwater County School District #1

Academic growth

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Sage Elementary

6.4/10

Elementary School in Rock Springs · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Pilot Butte Elementary

5.7/10

0.1 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

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6.8/10

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About Sage Elementary

Sage Elementary is a public elementary school in Rock Springs, WY, part of Sweetwater County School District #1. Sage Elementary serves approximately 363 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Sage Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #151 of 301 schools in WY.

Structured state assessment records for Sage Elementary show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts above district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 5.3
  • WY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Sage Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data13
Annual Change-0.83 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2022
TrendStable
Academics3.5Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-14.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile16th
Resources & Environment5.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,924
Chronic Absenteeism30%

Sage Elementary — Students at Sage Elementary score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

41%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 55.9% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 57.1% (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
77%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
68%
ELA
58%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
27%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
32%

* 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: 8.7/10.

How Sage Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.4/10
50th percentile in WY
Academic
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
5.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
41%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.0%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

P.O. Box 1089, Rock Springs, WY 82902

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sage Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Truman Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 11.6 miles away, in nearby Green River), which scores notably higher. Another option is Harrison Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 11.7 miles away, in nearby Green River), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Washington Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 11.3 miles away, in nearby Green River), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rock Springs, see our Rock Springs schools guide .

Nearby Schools

18 within 12.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Pilot Butte Elementary Rock Springs 0.1 mi 5.7
Stagecoach Elementary Rock Springs 0.5 mi 6.8
Rock Springs Junior High Rock Springs 0.9 mi 6.0
Black Butte High School Rock Springs 1.8 mi 6.6
Northpark Elementary Rock Springs 2.3 mi 5.6
Desert View Elementary Rock Springs 2.7 mi 4.3
HOLY SPIRIT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Rock Springs 2.7 mi 7.2
Eastside Elementary Rock Springs 3.0 mi 3.8
Walnut Elementary Rock Springs 3.2 mi 3.5
Rock Springs High School Rock Springs 3.3 mi 4.0
GREEN RIVER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Green River 11.5 mi
Harrison Elementary Green River 11.7 mi 8.2
Truman Elementary Green River 11.6 mi 8.4
Washington Elementary Green River 11.3 mi 7.7
Lincoln Middle School Green River 11.8 mi 7.8
Expedition Academy Green River 12.1 mi 5.0
Monroe Elementary School Green River 12.0 mi 5.4
Green River High School Green River 12.2 mi 6.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sage Elementary

What grades does Sage Elementary serve?

Sage Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.

How many students attend Sage Elementary?

Sage Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 363 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sage Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Sage Elementary is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sage Elementary rank in WY?

Sage Elementary ranks #151 of 301 schools in WY.

What is Sage Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Sage Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Sage Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sage Elementary has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

Is Sage Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Sage Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

41.0% of students at Sage 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
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
363
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
41.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Sweetwater County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.0%

District

Sweetwater County School District #1
District Enrollment
4,842
Schools in District
15
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,924
District Rank
#5 of 13

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