Serving 1,190 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Black Ridge School ranks in the top 50% 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 39% (which is equal to the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 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: 1,190 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Black Ridge School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Black Ridge School's student population of 1,190 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
1,190 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Black Ridge School ranks within the top 50% of all 975 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Black Ridge 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
#320 out of 975 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
19%
Black
1%
1%
White
88%
72%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
22%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Black Ridge School's ranking?
Black Ridge School is ranked #320 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Black Ridge School?
1,190 students attend Black Ridge School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Black Ridge School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% 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 Black Ridge School?
Black Ridge School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 22:1.
What grades does Black Ridge School offer ?
Black Ridge School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Black Ridge School part of?
Black Ridge School is part of Alpine School District.
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