Serving 377 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Backman 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 8% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 39%). 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 13:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Backman School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Backman School's student population of 377 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
377 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Backman 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 Backman School is 0.58, which is more 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
#948 out of 975 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
62%
19%
Black
13%
1%
White
12%
72%
Hawaiian
6%
2%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
22%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Backman School's ranking?
Backman School is ranked #948 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?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Backman School?
377 students attend Backman School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Backman School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 6% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Backman School?
Backman School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 22:1.
What grades does Backman School offer ?
Backman School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Backman School part of?
Backman School is part of Salt Lake School District.
In what neighborhood is Backman School located?
Backman School is located in the Rose Park neighborhood of Salt Lake City, UT. There are 5 other public schools located in Rose Park.
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