Serving 447 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Laverkin 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 447 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: La Verkin School serves the eastern part of La Verkin, UT, covering an area of approximately 26.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 3 miles to the nearest edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Laverkin School's student population of 447 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
447 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Here at La Verkin Elementary we work together to build leaders who live, love, learn, and leave a legacy!
School Rankings
Laverkin 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 Laverkin School is 0.36, 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
#530 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.9%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laverkin School's ranking?
Laverkin School is ranked #530 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Laverkin School often compared to?
Laverkin Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley Academy, Hurricane School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Laverkin School?
447 students attend Laverkin School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Laverkin School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laverkin School?
Laverkin School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Laverkin School offer ?
Laverkin School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Laverkin School part of?
Laverkin School is part of Washington School District.
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