ROCK RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Rock River Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Albany County School District #1 school district, located in Rock River, WY with about 26 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 6 teachers, Rock River Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 4:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Rock River Elementary is a small, rural public school located in the town of Rock River, Wyoming. As part of the Albany County School District #1, the school serves the local community by providing foundational education for elementary-aged students. Because of its location in a sparsely populated region, the school often plays a central role in the town, fostering a close-knit learning environment that emphasizes personalized attention and community engagement.

The school operates under the broader mission and administrative framework of the Albany County School District, which oversees public education throughout the region. By leveraging district resources, Rock River Elementary is able to provide standard academic programming while maintaining the unique character of a small-town schoolhouse. For families or stakeholders looking for specific school calendars, district policies, or enrollment information, the school’s activities and administrative updates are coordinated through the official district website at http://www.acsd1.org.

For more information, contact Rock River Elementary at (307) 378-2271 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.