Serving 1,124 students in grades 8-9, Box Elder Middle 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 49% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is equal to the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 8-9
- Enrollment: 1,124 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Box Elder Middle serves the eastern part of Brigham City, UT, encompassing an area of approximately 104.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 14.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Box Elder Middle School's student population of 1,124 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-9
Total Students
1,124 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2024
School Calendar
School Rankings
Box Elder Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Box Elder Middle School is 0.31, 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
#365 out of 957 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)43%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)56%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.9%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Box Elder Middle School's ranking?
Box Elder Middle School is ranked #365 out of 957 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?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Box Elder Middle School?
1,124 students attend Box Elder Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Box Elder Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Box Elder Middle School?
Box Elder Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Box Elder Middle School offer ?
Box Elder Middle School offers enrollment in grades 8-9
What school district is Box Elder Middle School part of?
Box Elder Middle School is part of Box Elder School District.
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