Serving 38 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Alta Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Wyoming for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥80% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 24% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 38 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WY
- Math Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alta Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Alta Elementary School's student population of 38 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
38 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
Alta Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 309 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alta Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#7 out of 309 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
3%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
2%
1%
White
87%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
28%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alta Elementary School's ranking?
Alta Elementary School is ranked #7 out of 309 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Wyoming.
What schools are Alta Elementary School often compared to?
Alta Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rendezvous Upper Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% WY state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Alta Elementary School?
38 students attend Alta Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Alta Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alta Elementary School?
Alta Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Alta Elementary School offer ?
Alta Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alta Elementary School part of?
Alta Elementary School is part of Teton County School District #1.
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