Olympus Jr High School

2217 E 4800 S
Salt Lake City, UT 84117
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 20%
Serving 807 students in grades 5-9, Olympus Jr High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 5-9
  • Enrollment: 807 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 12%
  • : Top 20% in UT
  • : 53% (Top 30%)
  • : 54% (Top 20%)
  • : 63% (Top 10%)
  • : Olympus Jr High serves the southeast part of Salt Lake City, UT, covering an area of approximately 4.5 square miles. Most students live within a 1.2-mile radius, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.4 miles from the school.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Olympus Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Olympus Jr High School's student population of 807 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-9
Total Students
807 students

Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers

Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

School Motto
Read, Reflect, Connect R2C

School Rankings

Olympus Jr High School ranks within the top 20% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Olympus Jr High School is 0.22, 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.
This School
State Level (UT)
#174 out of 957 schools
(Top 20%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

53%
40%

Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

(20-21)
54%
43%

Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

(20-21)
63%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
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
7%
21%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

White
88%
69%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
12%
0.22

Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
9.5%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
23%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%

Showing 2015–2025. 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 Olympus Jr High School's ranking?
Olympus Jr High School is ranked #174 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Olympus Jr High School?
807 students attend Olympus Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Olympus Jr High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Olympus Jr High School?
Olympus Jr High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Olympus Jr High School offer ?
Olympus Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 5-9
What school district is Olympus Jr High School part of?
Olympus Jr High School is part of Granite School District.

School Calendar

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Event
Date
Fall Break - No School
October 15, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 5-9
  • Enrollment: 807 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 12%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 53% (Top 30%)
  • : 54% (Top 20%)
  • : 63% (Top 10%)
  • : Olympus Jr High serves the southeast part of Salt Lake City, UT, covering an area of approximately 4.5 square miles. Most students live within a 1.2-mile radius, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.4 miles from the school.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education

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