Serving 340 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Jim Bridger School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower 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 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jim Bridger School's student population of 340 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
340 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Jim Bridger School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jim Bridger School is 0.65, 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
#734 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)21%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-24%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
42%
21%
Black
3%
1%
White
42%
69%
Hawaiian
8%
2%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.4%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jim Bridger School's ranking?
Jim Bridger School is ranked #734 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Jim Bridger School often compared to?
Jim Bridger Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mountain Shadows School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Jim Bridger School?
340 students attend Jim Bridger School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Jim Bridger School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, 8% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jim Bridger School?
Jim Bridger School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Jim Bridger School offer ?
Jim Bridger School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Jim Bridger School part of?
Jim Bridger School is part of Granite School District.
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