Serving 82 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bluff 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 82 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50% in UT)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29%
- Attendance Zone: Bluff School serves the southern part of Bluff, UT, covering an extensive attendance area of approximately 564.2 square miles, with typical driving times of 20 to 30 minutes and an average distance of 19.5 miles from the school to the edge of the zone. The furthest point from the school is about 21.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bluff School's student population of 82 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
82 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Bluff School is 0.12, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)20-29%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
21:1
American Indian
94%
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
n/a
21%
Black
n/a
1%
White
3%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.7%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% UT state average).
How many students attend Bluff School?
82 students attend Bluff School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Bluff School students are American Indian, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bluff School?
Bluff School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bluff School offer ?
Bluff School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Bluff School part of?
Bluff School is part of San Juan School District.
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