ALTA VISTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Alta Vista Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Laramie County School District #1 school district, located in Cheyenne, WY with about 286 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 23 teachers, Alta Vista Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Alta Vista Elementary School is a public primary school located in Cheyenne, Wyoming, serving students within the Laramie County School District #1. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, social development, and the well-being of its student body. By focusing on foundational skills and building a strong sense of community, Alta Vista aims to prepare its young learners for success as they transition to middle school.

The school’s website highlights its commitment to active communication between parents, teachers, and the local community to ensure a cohesive educational experience. With its central location on East 16th Street, Alta Vista functions as a neighborhood anchor, providing resources and programming designed to meet the diverse needs of its students. Families interested in enrollment, school calendars, or specific academic programs can find comprehensive information through their official district portal.

For more information, contact Alta Vista Elementary at (307) 771-2310 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1514 East 16th Street
Cheyenne, WY 82001
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ALTA VISTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Cheyenne, WY with about 286 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Wyoming

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
286
Teachers:
23.19
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 286 students

White
59.8%
Hispanic/Latino
23.4%
Two or more races
9.4%
Black or African American
4.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
2.8%
Asian
0.3%

Female
45.1%
Male
54.9%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.