Serving 318 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Colter Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 75-79% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than 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 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 318 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Colter Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Colter Elementary School's student population of 318 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
318 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Colter Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 303 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colter Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#9 out of 303 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Hispanic
19%
16%
White
77%
75%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
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 Colter Elementary School's ranking?
Colter Elementary School is ranked #9 out of 303 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Wyoming.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Colter Elementary School?
318 students attend Colter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Colter Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Colter Elementary School?
Colter Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Colter Elementary School offer ?
Colter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Colter Elementary School part of?
Colter Elementary School is part of Teton County School District #1.
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