Serving 145 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Big Piney 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 11% 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: 145 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Big Piney Elementary School's student population of 145 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
145 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Motto
Our mission is to build a strong academic foundation and core values that instill confidence to be successful in an ever-changing world!
School Rankings
Big Piney 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 Big Piney Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#257 out of 303 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
3%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
9%
15%
Black
n/a
1%
White
89%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
28%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Big Piney Elementary School's ranking?
Big Piney Elementary School is ranked #257 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Big Piney Elementary School?
145 students attend Big Piney Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Big Piney Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Big Piney Elementary School?
Big Piney Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Big Piney Elementary School offer ?
Big Piney Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Big Piney Elementary School part of?
Big Piney Elementary School is part of Sublette County School District #9.
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