Serving 648 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Elk Meadows School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 648 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elk Meadows School's student population of 648 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
648 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Elk Meadows School ranks within the top 30% of all 975 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elk Meadows School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#267 out of 975 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)51%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)48%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
13%
20%
Black
2%
1%
White
78%
71%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elk Meadows School's ranking?
Elk Meadows School is ranked #267 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Elk Meadows School often compared to?
Elk Meadows Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jordan Ridge School, Terra Linda School, Hawthorn Academy West Jordan by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Elk Meadows School?
648 students attend Elk Meadows School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Elk Meadows School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elk Meadows School?
Elk Meadows School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Elk Meadows School offer ?
Elk Meadows School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Elk Meadows School part of?
Elk Meadows School is part of Jordan School District.
In what neighborhood is Elk Meadows School located?
Elk Meadows School is located in the Garden Grove neighborhood of South Jordan, UT.
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