Serving 944 students in grades Kindergarten-9, Early Light At Daybreak 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 36% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-9
- Enrollment: 944 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Early Light At Daybreak's student population of 944 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-9
Total Students
944 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Early Light At Daybreak 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 Early Light At Daybreak is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#577 out of 975 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
12%
19%
Black
1%
1%
White
77%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
22%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
Basketball, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Soccer, Volley Ball
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Early Light Academyis a tuition-free public charter school serving students in kindergarten through ninth grade.At full capacity, ELA will have 1030 students. In kindergarten through sixth grade, there will be four classes per grade with approximately 26 students in each class. Junior high class sizes vary, but typically average about 26 students per class. ELA runs on a modified traditional school year schedule. There is not a year-round track option.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Early Light At Daybreak's ranking?
Early Light At Daybreak is ranked #577 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?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Early Light At Daybreak?
944 students attend Early Light At Daybreak.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Early Light At Daybreak students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Early Light At Daybreak?
Early Light At Daybreak has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 22:1.
What grades does Early Light At Daybreak offer ?
Early Light At Daybreak offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-9
What school district is Early Light At Daybreak part of?
Early Light At Daybreak is part of Early Light Academy At Daybreak School District.
School Reviews
5 6/29/2016
I love ELA, the students, teachers and administration. It's a great environment for learning and having fun. It is a privilege to work there and be associated with such wonderful people.
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