Excellent
#23 of 301 schools in WY
Top 7% in state
Willow Creek Elementary
Elementary School · Fremont County School District #25
121 North Fifth Street West, Riverton, WY 82501
Enrollment
201
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
8.7
Grades
1st – 3rd
Enrollment
201
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
8.7
Grades
1st – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wyoming schools
#23 of 301
In Riverton
#1 of 8
public schools
In district
#1 of 8
Fremont County School District #25
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Willow Creek Elementary
Willow Creek Elementary is a public elementary school in Riverton, WY, part of Fremont County School District #25. Willow Creek Elementary serves approximately 201 students, and covers grades 1st-3rd, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Willow Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #23 of 301 schools in WY.
Structured state assessment records for Willow Creek Elementary show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 7.4
- WY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Willow Creek Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
35% of students at Willow Creek 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
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Willow Creek Elementary — Students at Willow Creek Elementary score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
43.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 14 test records from WY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.9/10.
How Willow Creek Elementary Compares
See how Willow Creek Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
121 North Fifth Street West, Riverton, WY 82501
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Willow Creek Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jackson Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Rendezvous Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, ST MARGARET'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Riverton, see our Riverton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Jackson Elementary Riverton | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Frontier Academy Riverton | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Riverton Middle School Riverton | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Rendezvous Elementary Riverton | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Riverton High School Riverton | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| SMART-START MONTESSORI ACADEMY Riverton | 1.2 mi | — |
| Ashgrove Elementary Riverton | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Riverton | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| ST MARGARET'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Riverton | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| St. Stephens Indian School St. Stephens | 2.5 mi | — |
| Aspen Early Learning Center Riverton | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Arapahoe Elementary Arapahoe | 5.7 mi | 3.0 |
| Arapahoe Charter High School Arapahoe | 5.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Wind River High School Pavillion | 21.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Wind River Middle School Pavillion | 21.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Wind River Elementary Pavillion | 21.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Wind River Learning Academy Pavillion | 21.0 mi | — |
| Wyoming Indian Middle School Ethete | 18.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Wyoming Indian Elementary Ethete | 18.5 mi | 3.2 |
| Wyoming Indian High School Ethete | 18.5 mi | 3.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 82501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,456
Median Home Value
$226,400
Median Rent
$870/mo
Population
18,946
College Educated
20.9%
Homeownership
66.5%
Avg Commute
17.4 min
Poverty Rate
12.8%
Median Age
38
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| South Side Elementary Worland, WY | 8.7 |
| Shoshoni Elementary Shoshoni, WY | 8.6 |
| Meadowlark Elementary Buffalo, WY | 8.8 |
| Sundance Elementary Sundance, WY | 8.9 |
| Wilson Elementary Jackson, WY | 8.9 |
| Truman Elementary Green River, WY | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Willow Creek Elementary
What grades does Willow Creek Elementary serve?
Willow Creek Elementary serves students in grades 1st through 3rd.
How many students attend Willow Creek Elementary?
Willow Creek Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 201 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Willow Creek Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Willow Creek Elementary is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Willow Creek Elementary rank in WY?
Willow Creek Elementary ranks #23 of 301 schools in WY.
What is Willow Creek Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Willow Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Willow Creek Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Willow Creek Elementary has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Willow Creek Elementary a charter school?
No, Willow Creek Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Willow Creek Elementary a Title I school?
No, Willow Creek Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Willow Creek Elementary?
43.3% of students at Willow Creek 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 1st – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 201
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Fremont County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.3%
- Phone
- (307) 856-6004
Resources & Links
District
Fremont County School District #25- District Enrollment
- 2,461
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,836
- District Rank
- #1 of 8
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