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Below Average

#236 of 301 schools in WY

Sagewood Elementary

Elementary School · Natrona County School District #1

2451 Shattuck Avenue, Casper, WY 82601

Enrollment

339

Student-Teacher

16.1:1

Score

4.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wyoming schools

#236 of 301

In Casper

#10 of 24

public schools

In district

#11 of 26

Natrona County School District #1

Academic performance

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Sagewood Elementary

4.8/10

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

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About Sagewood Elementary

Sagewood Elementary is a public elementary school in Casper, WY, part of Natrona County School District #1. Sagewood Elementary serves approximately 339 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Sagewood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #236 of 301 schools in WY.

Structured state assessment records for Sagewood Elementary show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 4.8 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.1
  • WY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

32% of students at Sagewood Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.96 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.9Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+9.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
Resources & Environment3.1Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,870
Chronic Absenteeism31.9%

Sagewood Elementary — Students at Sagewood Elementary score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

44.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 63.2% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 64.3% (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
82%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
52%
ELA
62%

* 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: 3.7/10.

How Sagewood Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
4.8/10
22th percentile in WY
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
3.1/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
45%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.9%

Location

2451 Shattuck Avenue, Casper, WY 82601

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sagewood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Summit Elementary School (rated 6.3/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is EXCEL ACADMEY PRIVATE SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Verda James Elementary (rated 5.3/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Casper, see our Casper schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
WYOMING BEHAVIORAL INSTITUTE Casper 0.9 mi
Casper Classical Academy Casper 1.3 mi 5.1
Manor Heights Elementary Casper 1.3 mi 3.7
EXCEL ACADMEY PRIVATE SCHOOL Casper 1.6 mi 6.2
Pineview Elementary Casper 1.6 mi 2.9
Park Elementary Casper 1.7 mi 4.3
MOUNTAIN ROAD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Casper 1.5 mi
Dean Morgan Middle School Casper 1.5 mi 3.7
Natrona County High School Casper 1.8 mi 5.4
Kelly Walsh High School Casper 1.8 mi 5.8
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CASPER Casper 2.0 mi
Woods Learning Center Casper 2.0 mi 3.1
Summit Elementary School Casper 1.8 mi 6.3
Lincoln Elementary School Casper 2.5 mi 4.4
Cottonwood Elementary Casper 2.0 mi 2.5
Southridge Elementary Casper 2.0 mi 4.3
Centennial Middle School Casper 2.2 mi 5.7
Verda James Elementary Casper 2.3 mi 5.3
Crest Hill Elementary Casper 2.3 mi 2.7
Journey Elementary Casper 2.3 mi 2.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 82601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,526

Median Home Value

$244,200

Median Rent

$856/mo

Population

26,945

College Educated

27%

Homeownership

71.7%

Avg Commute

18.3 min

Poverty Rate

10.9%

Median Age

38

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sagewood Elementary

What grades does Sagewood Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Sagewood Elementary?

Sagewood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 339 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sagewood Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Sagewood Elementary is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sagewood Elementary rank in WY?

Sagewood Elementary ranks #236 of 301 schools in WY.

What is Sagewood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Sagewood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Sagewood Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sagewood Elementary has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

Is Sagewood Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Sagewood Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

44.8% of students at Sagewood 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
18 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
339
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
44.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Natrona County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.9%

District

Natrona County School District #1
District Enrollment
12,799
Schools in District
27
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,870
District Rank
#11 of 26

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