Summary:
The schools in zip code 82718 in Gillette, Wyoming serve a diverse range of students from elementary to high school. This area is home to 10 schools, including 7 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools, all part of the Campbell County School District #1.
The data reveals stark differences in school performance within the district. Pronghorn Elementary and Sunflower Elementary stand out as top-performing schools, ranking 47th and 43rd respectively out of 146 Wyoming elementary schools. These schools boast strong test scores, with Pronghorn having 92.2% of 4th graders proficient or better in math and 82.4% in science, and Sunflower excelling in English Language Arts. In contrast, Westwood High School struggles, with lower test scores and a high free/reduced lunch rate of 49.32%.
The data also suggests a potential correlation between socioeconomic factors and academic performance. Schools with higher free/reduced lunch rates, such as Westwood High and Sunflower Elementary, tend to have lower test scores. Additionally, smaller schools like 4-J Elementary and Westwood High benefit from lower student-teacher ratios, which could contribute to more personalized attention for students. Overall, the data highlights the need for continuous school improvement efforts and potential collaboration between higher-performing and lower-performing schools to raise the overall quality of education in the district.
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