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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
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Slack Elementary
Elementary School in Ranchester · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Slack Elementary
Slack Elementary is a public elementary school in Ranchester, WY, part of Sheridan County School District #1. Slack Elementary serves approximately 20 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Slack Elementary show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 20 students, Slack Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Slack Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
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
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Test Scores WY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 12 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.
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 9.2/10, 17.6 miles away, in nearby Big Horn). Another option is Sagebrush Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 11.0 miles away, in nearby Sheridan). Additionally, Woodland Park Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 15.5 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 | 8.0 |
| Tongue River Middle School Ranchester | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Tongue River High School Dayton | 6.0 mi | 5.7 |
| The Bridge School Dayton | 6.0 mi | — |
| Sheridan High School Sheridan | 10.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Sagebrush Elementary Sheridan | 11.0 mi | 9.1 |
| Highland Park Elementary Sheridan | 11.4 mi | 7.8 |
| MARTIN LUTHER GRAMMAR SCHOOL Sheridan | 11.4 mi | — |
| The Wright Place Sheridan | 12.0 mi | — |
| Sheridan Junior High School Sheridan | 12.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Meadowlark Elementary Sheridan | 12.9 mi | 7.4 |
| HOLY NAME CATHOLIC SCHOOL Sheridan | 12.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Henry A. Coffeen Elementary Sheridan | 13.4 mi | 7.1 |
| John C. Schiffer Collaborative School Sheridan | 14.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Woodland Park Elementary Sheridan | 15.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Big Horn Middle School Big Horn | 17.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Big Horn High School Big Horn | 17.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Big Horn Elementary Big Horn | 17.6 mi | 9.2 |
| Wyola 7-8 Wyola | 19.3 mi | — |
| Wyola Elementary Wyola | 19.3 mi | 7.0 |
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
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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 loaded state assessment records, Slack Elementary has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
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.
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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
Resources & Links
District
Sheridan County School District #1- District Enrollment
- 1,153
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,112
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