Hebard Elementary vs PODER Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Wyoming, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hebard Elementary
Cheyenne · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
120 students
PODER Academy
Cheyenne · Charter elementary · Grades K–6
214 students
| Measure | Hebard Elementary Cheyenne, Wyoming | PODER Academy Cheyenne, Wyoming |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 78 Top 25% |
| State rank | #141 of 151 | #21 of 151 |
| National rank | #35263 of 50,301 | #6207 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 120 | 214 |
| Enrollment | 120 | 214 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 64.2% | 50% |
| Students per teacher | 8.6 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 82% |
| city | Cheyenne | Cheyenne |
| state | Wyoming | Wyoming |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •PODER Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.9 vs 35.0).
- •PODER Academy does better on math proficiency (82% vs 32%).
- •PODER Academy does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 32%).
- •PODER Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50% vs 64.2%).
- •Hebard Elementary does better on students per teacher (8.6 vs 15.3).
- •PODER Academy is the larger school with 214 students compared with 120.
- •Hebard Elementary is a public school while PODER Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Hebard Elementary better than PODER Academy?
On the Success Index (US), PODER Academy ranks higher (77.9 vs 35.0 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 Hebard Elementary and PODER Academy?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Cheyenne and Cheyenne in Wyoming.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hebard Elementary: 120. PODER Academy: 214. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hebard Elementary and PODER Academy rank in Wyoming?
Hebard Elementary is 141st of 151 and PODER Academy is 21st of 151 among elementary schools in Wyoming on the 2025 Success Index (US).