Serving 659 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Sierra Bonita Elementary 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 56% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 659 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sierra Bonita Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Sierra Bonita Elementary School's student population of 659 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
659 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sierra Bonita Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 975 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sierra Bonita Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#213 out of 975 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
1%
1%
White
88%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
22%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sierra Bonita Elementary School's ranking?
Sierra Bonita Elementary School is ranked #213 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Sierra Bonita Elementary School?
659 students attend Sierra Bonita Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Sierra Bonita Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sierra Bonita Elementary School?
Sierra Bonita Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 22:1.
What grades does Sierra Bonita Elementary School offer ?
Sierra Bonita Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Sierra Bonita Elementary School part of?
Sierra Bonita Elementary School is part of Nebo School District.
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