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Slack Elementary
Elementary School · Sheridan County School District #1
P.O. Box 849, Ranchester, WY 82839
Enrollment
20
Student-Teacher
10:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
20
Student-Teacher
10:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Slack Elementary
Slack Elementary is a public elementary school in Ranchester, WY, part of the Sheridan County School District #1. The school serves approximately 20 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 10:1. Students demonstrate 20% proficiency in math and 42% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $58,138, where 32% 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 20 students, Slack 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.
Located in a rural area, Slack 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 20 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Address
- P.O. Box 849, Ranchester, WY 82839
- Website
- sheridan.k12.wy.us
- Phone
- (307) 655-2206
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores WY EDFACTS (2021-22)
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.
* 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.
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 25% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 75% (2019) to 25% (2022).
Location
P.O. Box 849, Ranchester, WY 82839
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Slack Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Big Horn Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 17.6 miles away, in nearby Big Horn). Another option is Henry A. Coffeen Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 13.4 miles away, in nearby Sheridan). Additionally, Meadowlark Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 12.9 miles away, in nearby Sheridan). For more schools in Ranchester, see our Ranchester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Tongue River Elementary Ranchester | 0.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Tongue River Middle School Ranchester | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Tongue River High School Dayton | 6.0 mi | 5.2 |
| The Bridge School Dayton | 6.0 mi | — |
| Sheridan High School Sheridan | 10.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Sagebrush Elementary Sheridan | 11.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Highland Park Elementary Sheridan | 11.4 mi | 6.2 |
| MARTIN LUTHER GRAMMAR SCHOOL Sheridan | 11.4 mi | — |
| The Wright Place Sheridan | 12.0 mi | — |
| Sheridan Junior High School Sheridan | 12.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Meadowlark Elementary Sheridan | 12.9 mi | 6.8 |
| HOLY NAME CATHOLIC SCHOOL Sheridan | 12.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Henry A. Coffeen Elementary Sheridan | 13.4 mi | 8.1 |
| John C. Schiffer Collaborative School Sheridan | 14.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Woodland Park Elementary Sheridan | 15.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Big Horn Middle School Big Horn | 17.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Big Horn High School Big Horn | 17.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Big Horn Elementary Big Horn | 17.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Wyola 7-8 Wyola | 19.3 mi | — |
| Wyola Elementary Wyola | 19.3 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 82839 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,138
Median Home Value
$374,200
Median Rent
$765/mo
Population
1,421
College Educated
31.6%
Homeownership
83.4%
Poverty Rate
10.3%
Median Age
38.8
Community Profile
The community surrounding Slack Elementary has a median household income of $58,138. It is an area where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $374,200, with a median rent of $765/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.3%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Clark Elementary Powell, WY | — |
| Desert Elementary Wamsutter, WY | — |
| GREEN RIVER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Green River, WY | — |
| Glendo Elementary Wheatland, WY | — |
| Harmony Elementary Laramie, WY | — |
| LaGrange Elementary La Grange, WY | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Slack Elementary
What grades does Slack Elementary serve?
Slack Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Slack Elementary?
Slack Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 20 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Slack Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Slack Elementary is 10:1. 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 Slack Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Slack Elementary has 20.0% math proficiency and 41.7% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Slack Elementary a charter school?
No, Slack Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Slack Elementary a Title I school?
No, Slack Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Low (92/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 20
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Sheridan County
- Phone
- (307) 655-2206
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Sheridan County School District #1- District Enrollment
- 1,153
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,112
Other Schools in This District
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