Serving 580 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Elk Meadows 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 46% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to 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 (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 580 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Elk Meadows School serves the northeast part of South Jordan, UT, covering an area of approximately 2.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.3 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 2.1 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elk Meadows School's student population of 580 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
580 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Rankings
Elk Meadows 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 Elk Meadows 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
#333 out of 957 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)48%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Hispanic
13%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Black
3%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
White
77%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.4%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-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 Elk Meadows School's ranking?
Elk Meadows School is ranked #333 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Elk Meadows School often compared to?
Elk Meadows Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jordan Ridge School, Terra Linda School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Elk Meadows School?
580 students attend Elk Meadows School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Elk Meadows School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elk Meadows School?
Elk Meadows School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Elk Meadows School offer ?
Elk Meadows School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Elk Meadows School part of?
Elk Meadows School is part of Jordan School District.
In what neighborhood is Elk Meadows School located?
Elk Meadows School is located in the Garden Grove neighborhood of South Jordan, UT.
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