Serving 157 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 10:1 is lower than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 157 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- 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 157 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
157 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
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 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.41. 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
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
3%
Hispanic
10%
16%
Black
1%
1%
White
85%
75%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.1%
34.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
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?
157 students attend Newcastle Elementary 3-5.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Newcastle Elementary 3-5 students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newcastle Elementary 3-5?
Newcastle Elementary 3-5 has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than 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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