Serving 633 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, J.r. Smith School ranks in the top 30% 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 57% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is equal to the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 633 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: J.R. Smith School serves the northwest part of Heber City, UT, covering an attendance area of approximately 63.8 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 16.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J.r. Smith School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
J.r. Smith School's student population of 633 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
633 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
J.r. Smith School ranks within the top 30% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J.r. Smith School is 0.52, which is more 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
#280 out of 957 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)43%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
38%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
1%
Showing 1998–2025. View full 30-year historical data
White
58%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-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 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.3%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 J.r. Smith School's ranking?
J.r. Smith School is ranked #280 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are J.r. Smith School often compared to?
J.r. Smith Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Old Mill School, Midway School, Heber Valley School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend J.r. Smith School?
633 students attend J.r. Smith School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of J.r. Smith School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J.r. Smith School?
J.r. Smith School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does J.r. Smith School offer ?
J.r. Smith School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is J.r. Smith School part of?
J.r. Smith School is part of Wasatch School District.
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