Serving 510 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, East Layton School 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 48% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher 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 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 510 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: East Layton School serves the northeast part of Layton, UT, encompassing an area of approximately 5 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Layton School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
East Layton School's student population of 510 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
510 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Providing an environment where growth and learning flourish.
School Rankings
East Layton School 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 East Layton School is 0.25, 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
#337 out of 957 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)46%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)58%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
10%
21%
Black
1%
1%
White
86%
69%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.1%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Layton School's ranking?
East Layton School is ranked #337 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are East Layton School often compared to?
East Layton Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like King School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend East Layton School?
510 students attend East Layton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of East Layton School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Layton School?
East Layton School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does East Layton School offer ?
East Layton School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is East Layton School part of?
East Layton School is part of Davis School District.
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