Walnut Elementary School, Rock Springs WY (2026 List)

About Walnut Elementary

Walnut Elementary is a public school in Rock Springs, Wyoming, that is part of Sweetwater County School District #1. It serves students in kindergarten through grade 3. There are about 170 to 190 students at the school, and there is one teacher for every 14 students. Walnut Elementary uses a curriculum based on standards that puts a lot of emphasis on early reading, writing, math, and social and emotional growth. The lessons meet the standards set by the state of Wyoming and include extra activities to keep kids interested and help them develop better at what they do. According to the academic data we have, about 63% of students are proficient at math, and about 74% are proficient at reading (ELA). This means that the school does better academically than other schools in the area. The same funding sources that support other public schools in Wyoming also provide financial support for this school. The money goes to pay for teachers and classroom supplies. Walnut Elementary is known for having a structured learning environment, a strong focus on core skills, and excellent grades.

Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 63%

Reading 74%

State average proficiency is 63% in Math and 74% in Reading.

19

Full-time Teachers

10 : 1

Student-Teacher Ratio

207

Total Students

$59780

Avg. Teacher Salary

Student Demographics

White 71.5%

Asian 0.48%

Hispanic 23.67%

Black 0.48%

Two+ Races 3.86%

Native Am. 0%

White

71.5%

Asian

0.48%

Hispanic

23.67%

Black

0.48%

Two+ Races

3.86%

Native Am.

0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 207

47.34%

98 Female

52.66%

109 Male

Student Population

207 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 10 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

258 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Walnut Elementary Contact Information

Address

P.O. Box 1089, Rock Springs, WY, 82902

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Phone

(307) 352-3225

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Website

http://wal.sweetwater1.org

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.....

School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:15 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.

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Everyone at Walnut Elementary School in Rock Springs is excited about winter break. The school has a lot of fun things planned for the kids to do, and they are looking forward to them. Before the break, students and their parents enjoy days off from school, creative activities in the classroom, and school events that focus on learning and community. The school stresses the importance of good behavior and acceptance among students, which makes it a nice place for everyone to learn and grow.

FAQ

Q1. Does Walnut Elementary have buses that take kids to school?

Ans. Sweetwater County School District #1 does offer bus services for eligible students.

Q2. Does Walnut Elementary offer free or cheap meals?

Ans. Yes, students who meet the requirements can take part in the district's free and low-cost breakfast and lunch programs.

Q3. How do parents find out how their child is doing in school?

Ans. Parents get updates through meetings, newsletters, and online communication tools.

Q4. Does Walnut Elementary help students with special needs?

Ans. Yes, there are special education services and targeted interventions that are based on the needs of each student.

Q5. Do schools want parents to be involved in school events?

Ans. Parents can get involved in school events, help out in the classroom, and join the parent-teacher organization.

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

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

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James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

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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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