PRAIRIE WIND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Prairie Wind Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Laramie County School District #1 school district, located in Cheyenne, WY with about 457 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. With about 27 teachers, Prairie Wind Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Prairie Wind Elementary, located in Cheyenne, Wyoming, is part of the Laramie County School District #1. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment for students in the early stages of their education. With a focus on academic achievement and personal growth, the school emphasizes the development of fundamental skills in literacy, mathematics, and critical thinking, while also encouraging students to become responsible members of the community.

The school’s website highlights its commitment to a well-rounded educational experience that balances rigorous classroom instruction with various opportunities for student involvement. By leveraging community partnerships and maintaining active communication with families, Prairie Wind Elementary strives to create a collaborative atmosphere where students are encouraged to reach their full potential. The facility serves as a foundational pillar in the Cheyenne area, aiming to prepare its young learners for success in their future academic endeavors.

For more information, contact Prairie Wind Elementary at (307) 771-2340 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

11400 Yellowstone Road
Cheyenne, WY 82009
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PRAIRIE WIND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Cheyenne, WY with about 457 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Wyoming

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
457
Teachers:
27.72
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
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
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 457 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending PRAIRIE WIND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 90% of the student body.

White
89.7%
Hispanic/Latino
5.9%
Two or more races
2.6%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.9%
Black or African American
0.4%
Asian
0.4%

Female
47.0%
Male
53.0%

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.