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#149 of 301 schools in WY
Top 49% in state
Sunset Elementary
Elementary School · Park County School District # 6
919 Cody Avenue, Cody, WY 82414
Enrollment
299
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
299
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wyoming schools
#149 of 301
In Cody
#4 of 6
public schools
In district
#4 of 6
Park County School District # 6
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Sunset Elementary
Elementary School in Cody · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sunset Elementary
Sunset Elementary is a public elementary school in Cody, WY, part of Park County School District # 6. Sunset Elementary serves approximately 299 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunset Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #149 of 301 schools in WY.
Structured state assessment records for Sunset Elementary show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- WY avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Sunset Elementary — Students at Sunset Elementary score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
34.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 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: 5.5/10.
How Sunset Elementary Compares
See how Sunset Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
919 Cody Avenue, Cody, WY 82414
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunset Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Westside Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 20.4 miles away, in nearby Powell), which scores notably higher. Another option is Glenn Livingston Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Eastside Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Cody, see our Cody schools guide .
Nearby Schools
14 within 20.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cody Middle School Cody | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Eastside Elementary Cody | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Glenn Livingston Elementary Cody | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Cody High School Cody | 2.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Heart Mountain Academy Cody | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Westside Elementary Powell | 20.4 mi | 8.8 |
| Parkside Elementary Powell | 20.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Southside Elementary Powell | 20.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Powell Middle School Powell | 20.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Shoshone Learning Center Powell | 20.7 mi | — |
| Powell High School Powell | 21.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Meeteetse School Meeteetse | 26.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Clark Elementary Powell | 27.4 mi | — |
| Wapiti Elementary Cody | 20.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 82414 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,069
Median Home Value
$421,100
Median Rent
$1,036/mo
Population
16,381
College Educated
39%
Homeownership
73.4%
Avg Commute
13.1 min
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Median Age
45.6
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cottonwood Elementary Wright, WY | 6.4 |
| Ralph Witters Elementary Thermopolis, WY | 6.4 |
| Sage Elementary Rock Springs, WY | 6.4 |
| Aspen Elementary Evanston, WY | 6.3 |
| Clark Elementary Evanston, WY | 6.3 |
| Newcastle Elementary 3-5 Newcastle, WY | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunset Elementary
What grades does Sunset Elementary serve?
Sunset Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Sunset Elementary?
Sunset Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 299 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunset Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunset Elementary is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sunset Elementary rank in WY?
Sunset Elementary ranks #149 of 301 schools in WY.
What is Sunset Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sunset Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Sunset Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sunset Elementary has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
Is Sunset Elementary a charter school?
No, Sunset Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sunset Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sunset Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sunset Elementary?
34.1% of students at Sunset 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 299
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 34.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Park County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.7%
- Phone
- (307) 587-4279
Resources & Links
District
Park County School District # 6- District Enrollment
- 2,011
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,836
- District Rank
- #4 of 6
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