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Trail Elementary

Elementary School · Goshen County School District #1

1601 East M Street, Torrington, WY 82240

Enrollment

232

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

6.0

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wyoming schools

#175 of 301

In Torrington

#4 of 5

public schools

In district

#9 of 11

Goshen County School District #1

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Trail Elementary

6.0/10

Elementary School in Torrington · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.8/10

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About Trail Elementary

Trail Elementary is a public elementary school in Torrington, WY, part of Goshen County School District #1. Trail Elementary serves approximately 232 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Trail Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #175 of 301 schools in WY.

Structured state assessment records for Trail Elementary show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

How it compares1.5 pts below district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 7.5
  • WY avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.51 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+1.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile42th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,948
Chronic Absenteeism17.2%

Trail Elementary — Students at Trail Elementary score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

53%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 49.9% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 56.1% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from WY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2010
Math
75%
ELA
65%
2011
Math
70%
ELA
66%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
45%
ELA
58%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
60%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
64%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
60%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
40%
ELA
46%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
46%
2020*
Math
38%
ELA
50%
2021*
Math
38%
ELA
50%
2022
Math
43%
ELA
50%

* 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: 4.7/10.

How Trail Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.0/10
42th percentile in WY
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
53%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.2%

Location

1601 East M Street, Torrington, WY 82240

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Trail Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Southeast Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 12.2 miles away, in nearby Yoder), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lincoln Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lingle-Ft. Laramie Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 10.4 miles away, in nearby Lingle), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Torrington, see our Torrington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 29.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Lincoln Elementary Torrington 0.2 mi 7.8
VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Torrington 0.8 mi 6.8
ST JOSEPH'S CHILDREN'S HOME Torrington 0.8 mi 7.3
Torrington High School Torrington 1.3 mi 6.9
Torrington Middle School Torrington 1.5 mi 7.2
Platte River School Torrington 1.7 mi 1.9
CHALK BUTTE SCHOOL Harrison 8.0 mi
Lingle-Ft. Laramie High School Lingle 10.4 mi 7.4
Lingle-Ft. Laramie Elementary Lingle 10.4 mi 7.4
Lingle-Ft. Laramie Middle School Lingle 10.4 mi 4.8
Southeast Elementary Yoder 12.2 mi 8.6
Southeast Junior High School Yoder 12.2 mi 8.7
Southeast High School Yoder 12.2 mi 9.0
MORRILL ELEMENTARY Morrill 14.0 mi 4.6
TRI COMMUNITY PRESCHOOL Morrill 14.1 mi 3.2
MORRILL HIGH SCHOOL Morrill 14.2 mi 5.4
MITCHELL SECONDARY SCHOOL Mitchell 19.8 mi 8.4
MITCHELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mitchell 20.3 mi 6.6
TIGER CUB PRESCHOOL Mitchell 20.3 mi
LaGrange Elementary La Grange 29.0 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 82240 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,568

Median Home Value

$233,900

Median Rent

$788/mo

Population

9,547

College Educated

23.9%

Homeownership

72.7%

Avg Commute

14.8 min

Poverty Rate

13.8%

Median Age

42.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Trail Elementary

What grades does Trail Elementary serve?

Trail Elementary serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Trail Elementary?

Trail Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 232 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Trail Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Trail Elementary is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Trail Elementary rank in WY?

Trail Elementary ranks #175 of 301 schools in WY.

What is Trail Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Trail Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Trail Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Trail Elementary has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

Is Trail Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Trail Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

53.0% of students at Trail 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
33 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
232
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
53.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Goshen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.2%

District

Goshen County School District #1
District Enrollment
1,636
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,948
District Rank
#9 of 11

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