Serving 200 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ferron School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 6% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 200 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ferron School's student population of 200 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
200 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We commit to being responsible, hardworking, and caring, united in creating a safe and positive learning environment.
School Rankings
Ferron 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 Ferron School is 0.12, 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
#340 out of 957 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-59%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
21%
Black
n/a
1%
White
94%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ferron School's ranking?
Ferron School is ranked #340 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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Ferron School?
200 students attend Ferron School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Ferron School students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ferron School?
Ferron School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ferron School offer ?
Ferron School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Ferron School part of?
Ferron School is part of Emery School District.
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