Velma Linford Elementary

Velma Linford Elementary serves 259 students in grades pre-kindergarten through fifth in Laramie, Wyoming. With 23 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains an excellent student-teacher ratio of 11.3:1, allowing for more individualized attention in the classroom. The school demonstrates solid academic performance, earning a 7.0 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating and ranking 58th out of 302 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 81st percentile.

Students show strong progress in core subjects, with 57% achieving proficiency or above in math and 52% meeting or exceeding standards in English Language Arts and reading. Velma Linford Elementary draws families from a diverse community where 53% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, reflecting a strong emphasis on education. The surrounding neighborhood has a median household income of $60,632 and median home values of $296,000, though the area also serves families across various economic backgrounds, with a poverty rate of 22.2%.

Located at 120 South Johnson, the school sits in Laramie's remote town setting, providing students with a close-knit educational environment where teachers and families can build meaningful connections while maintaining access to the resources of this university community.