Serving 371 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Escalante School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Escalante School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Escalante School's student population of 371 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
371 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Escalante School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 975 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Escalante School is 0.54, which is more 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
#937 out of 975 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)13%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)18%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15-19%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
66%
20%
Black
6%
1%
White
14%
71%
Hawaiian
6%
1%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Escalante School's ranking?
Escalante School is ranked #937 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Escalante School?
371 students attend Escalante School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Escalante School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Escalante School?
Escalante School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Escalante School offer ?
Escalante School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Escalante School part of?
Escalante School is part of Salt Lake School District.
In what neighborhood is Escalante School located?
Escalante School is located in the Westpointe neighborhood of Salt Lake City, UT. There are 2 other public schools located in Westpointe.
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