Serving 184 students in grades 3-5, Newcastle Elementary 3-5 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wyoming for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to 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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 24% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 184 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Newcastle Elementary 3-5's student population of 184 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
184 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We at Newcastle Elementary School have high expectations for all students where risk-taking is fostered to build confident, life-long learners.
School Rankings
Newcastle Elementary 3-5 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 Newcastle Elementary 3-5 is 0.13, 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
#111 out of 303 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
3%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
n/a
1%
White
93%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
28%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Newcastle Elementary 3-5's ranking?
Newcastle Elementary 3-5 is ranked #111 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?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Newcastle Elementary 3-5?
184 students attend Newcastle Elementary 3-5.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Newcastle Elementary 3-5 students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newcastle Elementary 3-5?
Newcastle Elementary 3-5 has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Newcastle Elementary 3-5 offer ?
Newcastle Elementary 3-5 offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Newcastle Elementary 3-5 part of?
Newcastle Elementary 3-5 is part of Weston County School District #1.
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