Serving 396 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 10-14% (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 14:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Backman School serves a central area in Salt Lake City, UT, covering approximately 0.7 square miles. Families typically enjoy a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the farthest zone boundary located about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Backman School's student population of 396 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
396 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Backman 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 Backman School is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#932 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)19%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-24%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
61%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
14%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.6%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
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 #932 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?
10-14% 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 Backman School?
396 students attend Backman School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Backman School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Backman School?
Backman School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
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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