Serving 171 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, M. Lynn Bennion 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 171 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
M. Lynn Bennion School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
M. Lynn Bennion School's student population of 171 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
171 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
M. Lynn Bennion 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 M. Lynn Bennion School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#927 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)10-14%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)6-9%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
9%
2%
Hispanic
45%
20%
Black
9%
1%
White
25%
71%
Hawaiian
6%
1%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is M. Lynn Bennion School's ranking?
M. Lynn Bennion School is ranked #927 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend M. Lynn Bennion School?
171 students attend M. Lynn Bennion School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of M. Lynn Bennion School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of M. Lynn Bennion School?
M. Lynn Bennion School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does M. Lynn Bennion School offer ?
M. Lynn Bennion School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is M. Lynn Bennion School part of?
M. Lynn Bennion School is part of Salt Lake School District.
In what neighborhood is M. Lynn Bennion School located?
M. Lynn Bennion School is located in the East Central neighborhood of Salt Lake City, UT. There are 2 other public schools located in East Central.
School Reviews
5 5/17/2016
After reading not so good reviews of the school online, we reluctantly put our daughter in Bennion elementary after the school in which we had initially enrolled her did not work out. Let me tell you, that was the best thing that could have happened to us! Our daughter has made many friends from many different backgrounds and loves going to school every day. The teachers have taken great strides to keep her challenged, even if that means putting her in older grades for particular subjects. My husband and I couldn't be happier with this school. Although we moved, we feel the longer commute is worth it.
5 4/4/2011
My child goes to M. Lynn Bennion and she said she loves the teachers and she has a lot of fun when she goes to school. I strongly recommend this school .
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