Serving 1,151 students in grades 7-9, Elk Ridge Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 53% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 1,151 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Elk Ridge Middle serves the northeast part of South Jordan, UT, covering an area of approximately 5.4 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with most residing within about 1.5 miles of the school and the furthest edge being 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elk Ridge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Elk Ridge Middle School's student population of 1,151 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
Total Students
1,151 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. View full 31-year historical data
School Rankings
Elk Ridge Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elk Ridge Middle 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
#136 out of 957 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)53%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)56%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Asian
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Hispanic
14%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Black
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
White
73%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.5%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-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 Ridge Middle School's ranking?
Elk Ridge Middle School is ranked #136 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Elk Ridge Middle School often compared to?
Elk Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joel P. Jensen Middle School, Scott M Matheson Jr High 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 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Elk Ridge Middle School?
1,151 students attend Elk Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Elk Ridge Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elk Ridge Middle School?
Elk Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Elk Ridge Middle School offer ?
Elk Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-9
What school district is Elk Ridge Middle School part of?
Elk Ridge Middle School is part of Jordan School District.
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