Serving 17 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wapiti 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 <50% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 24% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 17 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in WY)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wapiti Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Wapiti Elementary School's student population of 17 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
17 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Working Together for Excellence in Learning
School Rankings
The diversity score of Wapiti Elementary School is 0.22, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
53%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
3%
Asian
6%
1%
Hispanic
n/a
15%
Black
n/a
1%
White
88%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
28%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% WY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Wapiti Elementary School?
17 students attend Wapiti Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Wapiti Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wapiti Elementary School?
Wapiti Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Wapiti Elementary School offer ?
Wapiti Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wapiti Elementary School part of?
Wapiti Elementary School is part of Park County School District # 6.
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