Serving 701 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Daybreak School ranks in the top 30% 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 47% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher 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 28% 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: 701 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Daybreak School serves the west part of South Jordan, UT, covering an attendance area of approximately 17.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 4.4 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum distance of 9.7 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Daybreak School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Daybreak School's student population of 701 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
701 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Daybreak School ranks within the top 30% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Daybreak School is 0.45, 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
#235 out of 957 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)53%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)48%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-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 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Dolphins
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Daybreak School's ranking?
Daybreak School is ranked #235 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Daybreak School often compared to?
Daybreak Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Early Light Academy At Daybreak, South Jordan School, Eastlake School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Daybreak School?
701 students attend Daybreak School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Daybreak School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Daybreak School?
Daybreak School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Daybreak School offer ?
Daybreak School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Daybreak School part of?
Daybreak School is part of Jordan School District.
In what neighborhood is Daybreak School located?
Daybreak School is located in the Daybreak neighborhood of South Jordan, UT. There are 6 other public schools located in Daybreak.
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