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#129 of 301 schools in WY

Top 43% in state

Stagecoach Elementary

Elementary School · Sweetwater County School District #1

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

Enrollment

395

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wyoming schools

#129 of 301

In Rock Springs

#1 of 10

public schools

In district

#3 of 13

Sweetwater County School District #1

Academic growth

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Stagecoach Elementary

6.8/10

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

Pilot Butte Elementary

5.7/10

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6.4/10

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About Stagecoach Elementary

Stagecoach Elementary is a public elementary school in Rock Springs, WY, part of Sweetwater County School District #1. Stagecoach Elementary serves approximately 395 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Stagecoach Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #129 of 301 schools in WY.

Structured state assessment records for Stagecoach Elementary show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).

How it compares1.5 pts above district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.3
  • WY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Stagecoach 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.

43% of students at Stagecoach 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 Progress9.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data8
Annual Change-0.53 pts/yr
Data Period2015–2022
TrendStable
Academics4.4Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency40% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-7.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
Resources & Environment4.7Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,924
Chronic Absenteeism42.5%

Stagecoach Elementary — Students at Stagecoach Elementary score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

45.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 49.0% (multi-year average, 2015-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 49.0% (multi-year average, 2015-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 16 test records from WY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2015
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
38%
ELA
53%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
47%
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: 9.0/10.

How Stagecoach Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.8/10
58th percentile in WY
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
4.7/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
46%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
42.5%

Location

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

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Stagecoach Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Truman Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 12.1 miles away, in nearby Green River), which scores notably higher. Another option is Harrison Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 12.2 miles away, in nearby Green River), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Washington Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 11.7 miles away, in nearby Green River), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Rock Springs, see our Rock Springs schools guide .

Nearby Schools

18 within 12.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Pilot Butte Elementary Rock Springs 0.4 mi 5.7
Sage Elementary Rock Springs 0.5 mi 6.4
Rock Springs Junior High Rock Springs 1.0 mi 6.0
Northpark Elementary Rock Springs 1.9 mi 5.6
Black Butte High School Rock Springs 1.6 mi 6.6
Desert View Elementary Rock Springs 2.2 mi 4.3
HOLY SPIRIT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Rock Springs 2.5 mi 7.2
Eastside Elementary Rock Springs 2.8 mi 3.8
Walnut Elementary Rock Springs 3.2 mi 3.5
Rock Springs High School Rock Springs 3.1 mi 4.0
GREEN RIVER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Green River 11.9 mi
Harrison Elementary Green River 12.2 mi 8.2
Truman Elementary Green River 12.1 mi 8.4
Washington Elementary Green River 11.7 mi 7.7
Lincoln Middle School Green River 12.3 mi 7.8
Expedition Academy Green River 12.6 mi 5.0
Monroe Elementary School Green River 12.5 mi 5.4
Green River High School Green River 12.6 mi 6.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Stagecoach Elementary

What grades does Stagecoach Elementary serve?

Stagecoach Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.

How many students attend Stagecoach Elementary?

Stagecoach Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 395 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Stagecoach Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Stagecoach Elementary is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Stagecoach Elementary rank in WY?

Stagecoach Elementary ranks #129 of 301 schools in WY.

What is Stagecoach Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Stagecoach Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Stagecoach Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Stagecoach Elementary has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).

Is Stagecoach Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Stagecoach Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

45.8% of students at Stagecoach 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
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
395
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
45.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Sweetwater County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
42.5%

District

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

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