Serving 349 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Thayne Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 80-84% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 24% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 349 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thayne Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Thayne Elementary School's student population of 349 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
349 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 11, 2026
School Rankings
Thayne Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 303 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thayne Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#106 out of 303 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
53%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
3%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
11%
15%
Black
n/a
1%
White
86%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
28%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
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 Thayne Elementary School's ranking?
Thayne Elementary School is ranked #106 out of 303 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wyoming.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Thayne Elementary School?
349 students attend Thayne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Thayne Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thayne Elementary School?
Thayne Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Thayne Elementary School offer ?
Thayne Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thayne Elementary School part of?
Thayne Elementary School is part of Lincoln County School District #2.
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