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#19 of 301 schools in WY

Top 6% in state

Westside Elementary

Elementary School · Park County School District # 1

160 North Evarts, Powell, WY 82435

Enrollment

307

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

8.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wyoming schools

#19 of 301

In Powell

#1 of 5

public schools

In district

#1 of 5

Park County School District # 1

Academic performance

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Westside Elementary

8.8/10

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

Parkside Elementary

6.6/10

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8.4/10

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About Westside Elementary

Westside Elementary is a public elementary school in Powell, WY, part of Park County School District # 1. Westside Elementary serves approximately 307 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Westside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #19 of 301 schools in WY.

Structured state assessment records for Westside Elementary show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

How it compares1.6 pts above district
  • This school 8.8 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.2
  • WY avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-0.87 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2022
TrendStable
Academics9.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency72% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency72% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency72% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+22.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile92th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,867
Chronic Absenteeism15.6%

Westside Elementary — Students at Westside Elementary score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

37.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 76.6% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 72.8% (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
87%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
72%
ELA
72%

* 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: 8.6/10.

How Westside Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.8/10
94th percentile in WY
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
8.6/10
Excellent
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
38%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.6%

Location

160 North Evarts, Powell, WY 82435

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Westside Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Glenn Livingston Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 22.1 miles away, in nearby Cody), a more accessible option. Another option is Eastside Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 21.1 miles away, in nearby Cody), a more accessible option. Additionally, Parkside Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Powell, see our Powell schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 28.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Parkside Elementary Powell 0.6 mi 6.6
Powell Middle School Powell 0.9 mi 8.4
Shoshone Learning Center Powell 1.1 mi
Southside Elementary Powell 1.2 mi 6.3
Powell High School Powell 1.5 mi 6.6
Rocky Mountain Elementary Cowley 17.1 mi 3.5
Rocky Mountain High School Cowley 17.1 mi 5.6
Rocky Mountain Middle School Cowley 17.1 mi 5.2
Sunset Elementary Cody 20.4 mi 6.4
Cody Middle School Cody 20.4 mi 7.5
Eastside Elementary Cody 21.1 mi 7.0
Lovell High School Lovell 18.9 mi 8.5
Cody High School Cody 21.8 mi 5.2
Heart Mountain Academy Cody 21.9 mi 6.2
Lovell Middle School Lovell 18.9 mi 8.0
Glenn Livingston Elementary Cody 22.1 mi 7.4
Lovell Elementary Lovell 19.3 mi 5.8
Clark Elementary Powell 22.5 mi
Belfry School Belfry 28.9 mi 3.5
Belfry High School Belfry 28.9 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 82435 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,142

Median Home Value

$318,200

Median Rent

$847/mo

Population

12,259

College Educated

30.5%

Homeownership

79.1%

Avg Commute

20.7 min

Poverty Rate

11.8%

Median Age

42

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Westside Elementary

What grades does Westside Elementary serve?

Westside Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Westside Elementary?

Westside Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 307 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Westside Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Westside Elementary is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Westside Elementary rank in WY?

Westside Elementary ranks #19 of 301 schools in WY.

What is Westside Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Westside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Westside Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Westside Elementary has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

Is Westside Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Westside Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

37.8% of students at Westside 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
26 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
307
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
37.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Park County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.6%

District

Park County School District # 1
District Enrollment
1,862
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,867
District Rank
#1 of 5

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