Serving 672 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, J.r. Smith School ranks in the top 30% 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 57% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is equal to the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 672 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J.r. Smith School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
J.r. Smith School's student population of 672 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
672 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Ensuring all students obtain all the knowledge, skills, and dispositions that will enable them to reach their personal goals and be a productive, contributing member of our society.
School Rankings
J.r. Smith School ranks within the top 30% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J.r. Smith School is 0.50, 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
#280 out of 957 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)43%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
33%
20%
Black
1%
1%
White
63%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 J.r. Smith School's ranking?
J.r. Smith School is ranked #280 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are J.r. Smith School often compared to?
J.r. Smith Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Old Mill School, Midway School, Heber Valley School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend J.r. Smith School?
672 students attend J.r. Smith School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of J.r. Smith School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J.r. Smith School?
J.r. Smith School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does J.r. Smith School offer ?
J.r. Smith School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is J.r. Smith School part of?
J.r. Smith School is part of Wasatch School District.
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