Serving 435 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Verda James Elementary School ranks in the top 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 53% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% 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: 435 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Verda James Elementary School's student population of 435 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
435 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Empowering all learners to excel academically and socially on life's journey.
School Rankings
Verda James 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 Verda James Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#132 out of 303 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
3%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
10%
15%
Black
1%
1%
White
81%
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
14%
28%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Verda James Elementary School's ranking?
Verda James Elementary School is ranked #132 out of 303 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wyoming.
What schools are Verda James Elementary School often compared to?
Verda James Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ft. Caspar Academy, Summit Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Verda James Elementary School?
435 students attend Verda James Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Verda James Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Verda James Elementary School?
Verda James Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Verda James Elementary School offer ?
Verda James Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Verda James Elementary School part of?
Verda James Elementary School is part of Natrona County School District #1.
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