Serving 497 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Copper Canyon 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 31% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 497 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Copper Canyon School serves the northwest part of West Jordan, UT, covering an area of approximately 9.8 square miles, with a typical drive time of 10-12 minutes for families living within the zone. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance area is about 3.7 miles, extending up to 8.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Copper Canyon School's student population of 497 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
497 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
School Motto
All students can learn at high levels.
School Rankings
Copper Canyon School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Copper Canyon School is 0.60, which is more 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
#707 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)34%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)37%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
33%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
54%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
6%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.3%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Coyote Colors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Copper Canyon School's ranking?
Copper Canyon School is ranked #707 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Copper Canyon School often compared to?
Copper Canyon Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodrow Wilson School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Copper Canyon School?
497 students attend Copper Canyon School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Copper Canyon School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Copper Canyon School?
Copper Canyon School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Copper Canyon School offer ?
Copper Canyon School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Copper Canyon School part of?
Copper Canyon School is part of Jordan School District.
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