Located in Laramie, WY, Open School enrolls 80 students in pre–kindergarten and kindergarten programs within a nonsectarian early childhood setting.
Founded in 1971, the school serves a diverse student body with approximately 33% of students representing minority groups.
The school maintains an average class size of 10 students and a student–teacher ratio of 80:1, with one full–time teacher on staff.
Open School offers summer school programs and operates as a co–ed private school in a city community environment.
As a nonsectarian early learning program, Open School serves families seeking early childhood education options in Laramie, WY.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 80 students
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1971
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
80 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
33%
State avg.: 20%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Average Class Size
10 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: The Open School’s mission is to further every child’s desire and capacity to acquire knowledge through inquiry and discovery.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Open School often compared to?
Open School is often viewed alongside schools like Mae Olson Education Center by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Open School?
The application deadline for Open School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Open School vs. Mae Olson Education Center
The nearest high school and elementary school to Open School is Mae Olson Education Center (12.3 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Montessori School Of Cheyenne (39.3 miles away)
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Quick Facts
Mae Olson Education Center
Special Education School
4989 North Third St.
Laramie, WY 82072
(307) 721-1549
Laramie, WY 82072
(307) 721-1549
12.3 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 42 students
Montessori School Of Cheyenne
Montessori School
5401 Yellowstone Rd
Cheyenne, WY 82009
(307) 635-2012
Cheyenne, WY 82009
(307) 635-2012
39.3 miles
Gr: PK-K | 150 students
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Cheyenne, WY 82009
(307) 638-2457
Cheyenne, WY 82009
(307) 638-2457
39.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 6 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
2200 Oneil Ave
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(307) 638-9268
Cheyenne, WY 82001
(307) 638-9268
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Cheyenne, WY 82001
(307) 635-2802
Cheyenne, WY 82001
(307) 635-2802
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Gr: PK-8 | 81 students Avg. class size: 13 students Tuition listed
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Miles
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Mae Olson Education Center
Special Education School
4989 North Third St.
Laramie, WY 82072
(307) 721-1549
Laramie, WY 82072
(307) 721-1549
12.3 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 42 students
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(307) 635-3759
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(307) 635-3759
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Miles
Quick Facts
Mae Olson Education Center
Special Education School
4989 North Third St.
Laramie, WY 82072
(307) 721-1549
Laramie, WY 82072
(307) 721-1549
12.3 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 42 students
723 Storey Blvd
Cheyenne, WY 82009
(307) 638-2457
Cheyenne, WY 82009
(307) 638-2457
39.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 6 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
2200 Oneil Ave
Cheyenne, WY 82001
(307) 638-9268
Cheyenne, WY 82001
(307) 638-9268
40.3 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 152 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
1111 E 22nd St
Cheyenne, WY 82001
(307) 635-2802
Cheyenne, WY 82001
(307) 635-2802
40.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 81 students Avg. class size: 13 students Tuition listed
Destiny Christian Academy ![Destiny Christian Academy Photo - Elementary Classroom]( "Destiny Christian Academy Photo - Elementary Classroom")
(Baptist)
215 E 8th St
Cheyenne, WY 82007
(307) 635-3759
Cheyenne, WY 82007
(307) 635-3759
41.2 miles
Gr: K-12 | 67 students Avg. class size: 15 students Extracurrculars: 5
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Montessori School Of Cheyenne
Montessori School
5401 Yellowstone Rd
Cheyenne, WY 82009
(307) 635-2012
Cheyenne, WY 82009
(307) 635-2012
39.3 miles
Gr: PK-K | 150 students
723 Storey Blvd
Cheyenne, WY 82009
(307) 638-2457
Cheyenne, WY 82009
(307) 638-2457
39.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 6 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
2200 Oneil Ave
Cheyenne, WY 82001
(307) 638-9268
Cheyenne, WY 82001
(307) 638-9268
40.3 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 152 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
1111 E 22nd St
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(307) 635-2802
Cheyenne, WY 82001
(307) 635-2802
40.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 81 students Avg. class size: 13 students Tuition listed
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