Serving 549 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Magna 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 13% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 549 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Magna School serves the northwest part of Magna, UT, covering an area of approximately 109.2 square miles. Most students typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 8.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 16.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Magna School's student population of 549 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
549 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Magna 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 Magna School is 0.58, 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
#933 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)17%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
48%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
44%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)59.7%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Magna School's ranking?
Magna School is ranked #933 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Magna School often compared to?
Magna Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elk Run Elementary School, Pleasant Green School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Magna School?
549 students attend Magna School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Magna School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are White, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 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 Magna School?
Magna School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Magna School offer ?
Magna School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Magna School part of?
Magna School is part of Granite School District.
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