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#24 of 301 schools in WY

Top 8% in state

South Side Elementary

Elementary School · Washakie County School District #1

1229 Howell Avenue, Worland, WY 82401

Enrollment

162

Student-Teacher

10.1:1

Score

8.7

Grades

2nd – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wyoming schools

#24 of 301

In Worland

#1 of 5

public schools

In district

#1 of 5

Washakie County School District #1

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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South Side Elementary

8.7/10

Elementary School in Worland · grades 2nd – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Worland High School

6.6/10

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7.9/10

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About South Side Elementary

South Side Elementary is a public elementary school in Worland, WY, part of Washakie County School District #1. South Side Elementary serves approximately 162 students, and covers grades 2nd-3rd, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. South Side Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #24 of 301 schools in WY.

Structured state assessment records for South Side Elementary show 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 8.7 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.1
  • WY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 162 students, South Side 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data6
Annual Change-1.23 pts/yr
Data Period2017–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency77% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency70% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+22.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile90th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,523
Chronic Absenteeism11.7%

South Side Elementary — Students at South Side Elementary score 70% 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

46.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 81.2% (multi-year average, 2017-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 70.3% (multi-year average, 2017-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 12 test records from WY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2017
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
77%
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: 8.0/10.

How South Side Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.7/10
92th percentile in WY
Academic
9.4/10
Excellent
Growth
8.0/10
Excellent
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
46%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.7%

Location

1229 Howell Avenue, Worland, WY 82401

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering South Side Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. East Side Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is West Side Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Greybull Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 32.9 miles away, in nearby Greybull), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Worland, see our Worland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

16 within 38.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Worland High School Worland 0.4 mi 6.6
East Side Elementary Worland 0.5 mi 7.9
Worland Middle School Worland 0.5 mi 8.3
West Side Elementary Worland 0.5 mi 7.8
Laura Irwin Elementary Basin 25.9 mi 5.2
Riverside Middle/High School Basin 26.0 mi 9.4
BIG HORN BASIN CHILDREN'S CENTER Thermopolis 27.9 mi
Hot Springs County High School Thermopolis 28.0 mi 8.4
Ralph Witters Elementary Thermopolis 28.2 mi 6.4
Thermopolis Middle School Thermopolis 29.1 mi 9.6
Greybull Elementary Greybull 32.9 mi 7.8
Greybull High School Greybull 33.9 mi 7.7
Greybull Middle School Greybull 33.9 mi 6.9
Burlington Elementary Burlington 38.6 mi 7.8
Burlington Middle School Burlington 38.6 mi 8.5
Burlington High School Burlington 38.6 mi 9.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 82401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,342

Median Home Value

$186,600

Median Rent

$728/mo

Population

7,053

College Educated

22.1%

Homeownership

75.7%

Poverty Rate

7.2%

Median Age

43.9

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Southeast Elementary Yoder, WY 8.6
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PODER Academy Cheyenne, WY 8.3
Big Horn Elementary Big Horn, WY 9.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about South Side Elementary

What grades does South Side Elementary serve?

South Side Elementary serves students in grades 2nd through 3rd.

How many students attend South Side Elementary?

South Side Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 162 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at South Side Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at South Side Elementary is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does South Side Elementary rank in WY?

South Side Elementary ranks #24 of 301 schools in WY.

What is South Side Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

South Side Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 South Side Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, South Side Elementary has 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022).

Is South Side Elementary a charter school?

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

Is South Side Elementary a Title I school?

No, South Side Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

46.3% of students at South Side 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
53 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
2nd – 3rd
Enrollment
162
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Washakie County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.7%

District

Washakie County School District #1
District Enrollment
1,090
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,523
District Rank
#1 of 5

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