Serving 28 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Chugwater 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 was 40-59% (which was approximately equal to the Wyoming state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 40-59% (which was approximately equal to the Wyoming state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 was lower than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Top Rankings
Chugwater School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
28 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#202 out of 303 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
3%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
15%
Black
n/a
1%
White
100%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
28%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chugwater School's ranking?
Chugwater School is ranked #202 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?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Chugwater School?
28 students attend Chugwater School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Chugwater School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chugwater School?
Chugwater School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Chugwater School offer ?
Chugwater School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Chugwater School part of?
Chugwater School is part of Platte County School District #1.
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