Serving 873 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Golden Fields School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 873 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Golden Fields School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Golden Fields School's student population of 873 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
873 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Golden Fields School ranks within the top 20% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Golden Fields School is 0.42, 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
#158 out of 957 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)53%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)49%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
14%
20%
Black
1%
1%
White
75%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
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 Golden Fields School's ranking?
Golden Fields School is ranked #158 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Golden Fields School often compared to?
Golden Fields Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastlake School, Cedar Ridge School, Manila School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Golden Fields School?
873 students attend Golden Fields School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Golden Fields School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Golden Fields School?
Golden Fields School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Golden Fields School offer ?
Golden Fields School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Golden Fields School part of?
Golden Fields School is part of Jordan School District.
In what neighborhood is Golden Fields School located?
Golden Fields School is located in the Daybreak neighborhood of South Jordan, UT. There are 6 other public schools located in Daybreak.
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