Serving 739 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, West Valley 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 30% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% 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: 739 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Valley School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
West Valley School's student population of 739 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
739 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
West Valley 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 West Valley 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
#713 out of 975 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)32%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)31%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
15%
20%
Black
2%
1%
White
66%
71%
Hawaiian
4%
1%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 West Valley School's ranking?
West Valley School is ranked #713 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are West Valley School often compared to?
West Valley Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley Crest School, Hillside School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend West Valley School?
739 students attend West Valley School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of West Valley School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Valley School?
West Valley School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does West Valley School offer ?
West Valley School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is West Valley School part of?
West Valley School is part of Granite School District.
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