Serving 348 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Journey Elementary 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 is 20-24% (which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Wyoming state average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Journey Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Journey Elementary School's student population of 348 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
348 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We Weave a Web of Learning: Capture Knowledge, Build Relationships, Connect to Community
School Rankings
Journey Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 303 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Journey Elementary School is 0.41, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.41. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#284 out of 303 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
3%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
13%
16%
Black
n/a
1%
White
75%
75%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Natrona County School District #1
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Journey Elementary School's ranking?
Journey Elementary School is ranked #284 out of 303 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wyoming.
What schools are Journey Elementary School often compared to?
Journey Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cottonwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Journey Elementary School?
348 students attend Journey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Journey Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Journey Elementary School?
Journey Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Journey Elementary School offer ?
Journey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Journey Elementary School part of?
Journey Elementary School is part of Natrona County School District #1.
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