Serving 40 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Big Water School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 40 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Big Water School serves the southeastern part of Kanab, UT, covering an extensive area of approximately 341.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located nearly 19.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Big Water School's student population of 40 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
40 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Big Water School ranks within the top 30% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Big Water School is 0.46, which is less 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
#275 out of 957 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-59%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
10%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
21%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
1%
White
72%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)80%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Big Water School's ranking?
Big Water School is ranked #275 out of 957 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?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Big Water School?
40 students attend Big Water School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Big Water School students are White, 10% of students are American Indian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Big Water School?
Big Water School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Big Water School offer ?
Big Water School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Big Water School part of?
Big Water School is part of Kane School District.
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