At a glance
Reported students
433
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
31
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
14:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Wyoming elementary enrollment
96th percentile
Compared with 184 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
345.5
Lincoln Elementary School: 433 reported students.
State peer staffing position
92nd percentile
14:1 reported; state peer median 10.8:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 448
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Student–teacher ratio
- 10.7:1
What the reported data says about Lincoln Elementary School
Lincoln Elementary School is a public elementary school serving grades PK–05 in Casper. It is one of 26 current school records connected to Natrona County School District #1. NCES reports 433 students for 2024–25.
Among 184 elementary schools in Wyoming with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 227 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 96th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 14:1, above the Wyoming median of 10.8:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (52.2%) and Hispanic or Latino (39.3%). English learners represent 10% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 18.3%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Lincoln Elementary School
- 1How do the reported 14:1 student–teacher ratio and 31 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 10%
- Students with disabilities
- 18.3%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 71.4%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.5
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0.6
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White52.2%
- Hispanic39.3%
- Black1.4%
- Asian0.7%
- American Indian / Alaska Native2.1%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.7%
- Multiracial3.7%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Natrona County School District #1
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Summit Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
437 reported students
Verda James Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05
448 reported students
Paradise Valley Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05
359 reported students
Ft. Caspar Academy
Elementary · Grades KG–05
356 reported students
Journey Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
348 reported students
Cottonwood Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
347 reported students
Public schools near Lincoln Elementary School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pineview Elementary Elementary · Natrona County School District #1 | PK–05 | 258 | 1.5 mi |
| Park Elementary Elementary · Natrona County School District #1 | KG–05 | 344 | 1.6 mi |
| Woods Learning Center Elementary · Natrona County School District #1 | KG–08 | 170 | 1.7 mi |
| Evansville Elementary Elementary · Natrona County School District #1 | PK–05 | 277 | 1.9 mi |
| Manor Heights Elementary Elementary · Natrona County School District #1 | KG–05 | 299 | 2 mi |
| Verda James Elementary Elementary · Natrona County School District #1 | KG–05 | 448 | 2.2 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Lincoln Elementary School
What grades does Lincoln Elementary School serve?
Lincoln Elementary School reports grades PK–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Natrona County School District #1.
How many students attend Lincoln Elementary School?
Lincoln Elementary School reported 433 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 96th percentile among 184 Wyoming elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 448 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Lincoln Elementary School?
The calculated ratio is 14:1, based on 433 students and 31 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Wyoming median for the same school level is 10.8:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Lincoln Elementary School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Lincoln Elementary School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Natrona County School District #1 attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Lincoln Elementary School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
71.4% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Lincoln Elementary School in?
Lincoln Elementary School is part of Natrona County School District #1, based in Casper, WY, which operates 26 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Lincoln Elementary School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Pineview Elementary (1.5 mi), Park Elementary (1.6 mi), Woods Learning Center (1.7 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.