Serving 1,411 students in grades 6-8, Draper Park Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (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 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,411 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Draper Park Middle serves the southwest part of Draper, UT, covering an area of approximately 16.7 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive time of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with distances to the zone's edge averaging around 4.6 miles and extending up to 6.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Draper Park Middle 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
Draper Park Middle School's student population of 1,411 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,411 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Rankings
Draper Park Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Draper Park Middle School is 0.39, 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
#67 out of 957 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)63%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)73%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
12%
21%
Black
1%
1%
White
77%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.6%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Draper Park Middle School's ranking?
Draper Park Middle School is ranked #67 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Draper Park Middle School often compared to?
Draper Park Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Indian Hills Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Draper Park Middle School?
1,411 students attend Draper Park Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Draper Park Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Draper Park Middle School?
Draper Park Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Draper Park Middle School offer ?
Draper Park Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Draper Park Middle School part of?
Draper Park Middle School is part of Canyons School District.
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