Serving 345 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Beacon Heights School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 345 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Beacon Heights School serves the southeast part of Salt Lake City, UT, covering an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beacon Heights School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Beacon Heights School's student population of 345 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
345 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Beacon Heights School ranks within the top 5% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beacon Heights School is 0.48, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#18 out of 957 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)68%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2007–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
10%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
8%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
71%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.5%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beacon Heights School's ranking?
Beacon Heights School is ranked #18 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Beacon Heights School often compared to?
Beacon Heights Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Indian Hills School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Beacon Heights School?
345 students attend Beacon Heights School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Beacon Heights School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beacon Heights School?
Beacon Heights School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Beacon Heights School offer ?
Beacon Heights School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Beacon Heights School part of?
Beacon Heights School is part of Salt Lake School District.
In what neighborhood is Beacon Heights School located?
Beacon Heights School is located in the Sugar House neighborhood of Salt Lake City, UT. There are 5 other public schools located in Sugar House.
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