Serving 601 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Upton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wyoming for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 53%).
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 24% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 601 students
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Upton Elementary School's student population of 601 students has grown by 483% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
601 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Upton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 303 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Upton Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.39. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#277 out of 303 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
1%
3%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
n/a
1%
White
93%
76%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
28%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Upton Elementary School's ranking?
Upton Elementary School is ranked #277 out of 303 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wyoming.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Upton Elementary School?
601 students attend Upton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Upton Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Upton Elementary School offer ?
Upton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Upton Elementary School part of?
Upton Elementary School is part of Weston County School District #7.
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