At a glance
Reported students
448
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
28.5
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
15.7:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
KG–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Wyoming elementary enrollment
98th percentile
Compared with 184 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
345.5
Verda James Elementary: 448 reported students.
State peer staffing position
98th percentile
15.7:1 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
- 452
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32.1
- Student–teacher ratio
- 14.1:1
What the reported data says about Verda James Elementary
Verda James Elementary is a public elementary school serving grades KG–05 in Casper. It is one of 26 current school records connected to Natrona County School District #1. NCES reports 448 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 98th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 15.7:1, 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 (80.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (11.2%). English learners represent 0.2% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 11.3%. 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 Verda James Elementary
- 1How do the reported 15.7:1 student–teacher ratio and 28.5 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 0.8 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 0.2%
- Students with disabilities
- 11.3%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 29.7%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 0.8
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.3
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0.2
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White80.6%
- Hispanic11.2%
- Black0.4%
- Asian0.4%
- American Indian / Alaska Native1.1%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial6.3%
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
Lincoln Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
433 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 Verda James Elementary
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woods Learning Center Elementary · Natrona County School District #1 | KG–08 | 170 | 0.6 mi |
| Pineview Elementary Elementary · Natrona County School District #1 | PK–05 | 258 | 1 mi |
| Summit Elementary School Elementary · Natrona County School District #1 | KG–05 | 437 | 1 mi |
| Manor Heights Elementary Elementary · Natrona County School District #1 | KG–05 | 299 | 1.1 mi |
| Evansville Elementary Elementary · Natrona County School District #1 | PK–05 | 277 | 1.4 mi |
| Lincoln Elementary School Elementary · Natrona County School District #1 | PK–05 | 433 | 2.2 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Verda James Elementary
What grades does Verda James Elementary serve?
Verda James Elementary reports grades KG–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 Verda James Elementary?
Verda James Elementary reported 448 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 98th percentile among 184 Wyoming elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 452 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Verda James Elementary?
The calculated ratio is 15.7:1, based on 448 students and 28.5 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 Verda James Elementary a public, charter, or magnet school?
Verda James Elementary 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 Verda James Elementary students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
29.7% 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 Verda James Elementary in?
Verda James Elementary 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 Verda James Elementary?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Woods Learning Center (0.6 mi), Pineview Elementary (1 mi), Summit Elementary School (1 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.