Serving 468 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Philo T. Farnsworth 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 21% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Philo T. Farnsworth School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Philo T. Farnsworth School's student population of 468 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
468 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Philo T. Farnsworth School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Philo T. Farnsworth School is 0.68, 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
#888 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)19%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)24%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
45%
20%
Black
5%
1%
White
33%
71%
Hawaiian
7%
1%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Philo T. Farnsworth School's ranking?
Philo T. Farnsworth School is ranked #888 out of 957 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Philo T. Farnsworth School?
468 students attend Philo T. Farnsworth School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Philo T. Farnsworth School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 7% of students are Hawaiian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Philo T. Farnsworth School?
Philo T. Farnsworth School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Philo T. Farnsworth School offer ?
Philo T. Farnsworth School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Philo T. Farnsworth School part of?
Philo T. Farnsworth School is part of Granite School District.
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