Serving 1,001 students in grades Kindergarten-9, Early Light Academy At Daybreak 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 47% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-9
- Enrollment: 1,001 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Early Light Academy At Daybreak's student population of 1,001 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-9
Total Students
1,001 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 20, 2025
School Motto
We are what history books are made of.
School Rankings
Early Light Academy At Daybreak 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 Early Light Academy At Daybreak is 0.52, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#442 out of 957 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)51%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
2%
Hispanic
16%
20%
Black
2%
1%
White
67%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
BasketballCross Country
Cross Country RunningSoccer
Volley Ball
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Early Light Academyis a tuition-free public charter school serving students in kindergarten through ninth grade.At full capacity, ELA will have 1030 students. In kindergarten through sixth grade, there will be four classes per grade with approximately 26 students in each class. Junior high class sizes vary, but typically average about 26 students per class. ELA runs on a modified traditional school year schedule. There is not a year-round track option.
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Early Light Academy At Daybreak's ranking?
Early Light Academy At Daybreak is ranked #442 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Utah.
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 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Early Light Academy At Daybreak?
1,001 students attend Early Light Academy At Daybreak.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Early Light Academy At Daybreak students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Early Light Academy At Daybreak?
Early Light Academy At Daybreak has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Early Light Academy At Daybreak offer ?
Early Light Academy At Daybreak offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-9
What school district is Early Light Academy At Daybreak part of?
Early Light Academy At Daybreak is part of Early Light Academy At Daybreak School District.
In what neighborhood is Early Light Academy At Daybreak located?
Early Light Academy At Daybreak is located in the Daybreak neighborhood of South Jordan, UT. There are 6 other public schools located in Daybreak.
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