Cottonwood Elementary vs Walnut Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Wyoming, United States, 389 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cottonwood Elementary
Wright · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
198 students
Walnut Elementary
Rock Springs · Public elementary · Grades K–3
195 students
| Measure | Cottonwood Elementary Wright, Wyoming | Walnut Elementary Rock Springs, Wyoming |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #99 of 151 | #114 of 151 |
| National rank | #19170 of 50,301 | #23220 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades K–3 |
| Students | 198 | 195 |
| Enrollment | 198 | 195 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 49% | 51.8% |
| Students per teacher | 10.4 | 13.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 52% |
| city | Wright | Rock Springs |
| state | Wyoming | Wyoming |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cottonwood Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.5 vs 52.8).
- •Cottonwood Elementary does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 42%).
- •Cottonwood Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49% vs 51.8%).
- •Cottonwood Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.4 vs 13.0).
- •Cottonwood Elementary is the larger school with 198 students compared with 195.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Cottonwood Elementary better than Walnut Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Cottonwood Elementary ranks higher (58.5 vs 52.8 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Cottonwood Elementary and Walnut Elementary?
About 389 km in a straight line, between Wright and Rock Springs in Wyoming.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cottonwood Elementary: 198. Walnut Elementary: 195. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cottonwood Elementary and Walnut Elementary rank in Wyoming?
Cottonwood Elementary is 99th of 151 and Walnut Elementary is 114th of 151 among elementary schools in Wyoming on the 2025 Success Index (US).