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Bar Nunn Elementary

2050 Siebke Drive, Casper, WY, 82601

About Bar Nunn Elementary

Bar Nunn Elementary is a public elementary school in Casper, Wyoming, in a rural area on the edge of the city. There are about 289 students enrolled at the school, which serves students from pre-kindergarten to grade 5. There are 22 full-time equivalent teachers, which gives the school a student-teacher ratio of 13:1, which is a little better than the district average. There are no full-time school counselors, but the school's teachers help students learn. There are equal numbers of male and female students, and 43% of the students come from low-income families. At Bar Nunn Elementary, 32% of students scored at or above proficient in mathematics, and 27% scored at or above proficient in reading, reflecting opportunities for growth in academic performance. The school’s programs focus on foundational literacy and numeracy skills while fostering community engagement. Bar Nunn Elementary is known in the area for having dedicated staff and a welcoming atmosphere. It is located near Casper. Overall, the school shows that it cares about its students' growth. It has small class sizes and provides each student individual attention, but there are also some areas where academics could be better.

Bar Nunn Elementary Contact Information

Address

2050 Siebke Drive, Casper, WY, 82601

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Phone

(307) 253-4000

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 32%
Reading 27%
State average proficiency is 32% in Math and 27% in Reading.
21
Full-time Teachers
13 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
289
Total Students
$59780
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 120 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Bar Nunn Elementary

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More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:45 AM to 3:30 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:30 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 78.89%
Asian 0%
Hispanic 16.61%
Black 0%
Two+ Races 3.81%
Native Am. 0.35%
White
78.89%
Asian
0%
Hispanic
16.61%
Black
0%
Two+ Races
3.81%
Native Am.
0.35%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 289
49.83%
144 Female
50.17%
145 Male

Student Population

289 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 13 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

481 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Bar Nunn Elementary School in Casper, Wyoming, is getting a lot of attention for its recent successes! The school has been praised for keeping or moving up to "Meeting Expectations" status in the Wyoming Accountability School Performance ratings. This shows how dedicated it is to academic excellence.

The school's philosophy is based on using interesting teaching methods to help students succeed, with a big focus on getting the community involved. Bar Nunn Elementary has a number of programs to help students grow and learn, such as Lego League, STEAM Class, and Crazy 8's Math Fun. The school's monthly celebration breakfasts, which honor students who show good character traits, show how committed they are to making the school a welcoming place.

FAQ

Q1. What kind of school is Bar Nunn Elementary School for learning?

Ans. Bar Nunn Elementary's main goal is to make sure that young students feel safe and welcome, which will help them be curious, work together, and grow academically.

Q2. What else does the school do to help students grow besides their schoolwork?

Ans. The school teaches kids how to be responsible, confident, and good at making friends through group projects, classroom activities, and programs that reward good behavior.

Q3. What role do families play at Bar Nunn Elementary?

Ans. Families are encouraged to stay involved by talking to their kids a lot, going to school events, and giving their kids chances to learn at home.

Q4. What does the school do to make sure students are safe?

Ans. Bar Nunn Elementary makes sure that students feel safe and comfortable all day by keeping things organized, making sure everyone knows what is expected of them, and being close by.

Q5. What makes Bar Nunn Elementary different from other schools?

Ans. Its strong sense of community and focus on student well-being help create a strong foundation for learning that lasts a lifetime.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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