Serving 340 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Cottonwood School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Cottonwood School serves the southeast part of Salt Lake City, UT, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Families within the attendance zone are typically a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cottonwood School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cottonwood School's student population of 340 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
340 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Cottonwood School ranks within the top 1% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cottonwood School is 0.26, 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
#2 out of 957 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)74%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
86%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cottonwood School's ranking?
Cottonwood School is ranked #2 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Cottonwood School often compared to?
Cottonwood Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Neil Armstrong Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Cottonwood School?
340 students attend Cottonwood School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Cottonwood School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cottonwood School?
Cottonwood School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Cottonwood School offer ?
Cottonwood School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Cottonwood School part of?
Cottonwood School is part of Granite School District.
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