Serving 11 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Shawnee Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wyoming for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 49%). 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 11:1 is equal to the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 24% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 11 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WY
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shawnee Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Shawnee Elementary School's student population of 11 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
11 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 20, 2025
School Rankings
Shawnee 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 Shawnee Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#169 out of 303 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
53%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
3%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
9%
15%
Black
n/a
1%
White
91%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
28%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (05-06)
33%
10%
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 Shawnee Elementary School's ranking?
Shawnee Elementary School is ranked #169 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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Shawnee Elementary School?
11 students attend Shawnee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Shawnee Elementary School students are White, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shawnee Elementary School?
Shawnee Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Shawnee Elementary School offer ?
Shawnee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shawnee Elementary School part of?
Shawnee Elementary School is part of Converse County School District #1.
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