Serving 704 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Butterfield Canyon 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 46% (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: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 704 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Butterfield Canyon School serves the southwest part of Herriman, UT, encompassing an area of approximately 22.6 square miles, with most students typically driving 10-12 minutes to reach the school. The furthest distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 6.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Butterfield Canyon School's student population of 704 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
704 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
School Motto
Every person matters and every moment counts!
School Rankings
Butterfield Canyon 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 Butterfield Canyon School is 0.32, 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
#400 out of 957 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
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)48%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.7%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-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 Butterfield Canyon School's ranking?
Butterfield Canyon School is ranked #400 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Butterfield Canyon School often compared to?
Butterfield Canyon Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Herriman School, Athlos Academy Of Utah, Providence Hall by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% 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 Butterfield Canyon School?
704 students attend Butterfield Canyon School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Butterfield Canyon School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Butterfield Canyon School?
Butterfield Canyon School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Butterfield Canyon School offer ?
Butterfield Canyon School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Butterfield Canyon School part of?
Butterfield Canyon School is part of Jordan School District.
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