Serving 995 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Pony Express School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 995 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pony Express School serves the northwest part of Eagle Mountain, UT, covering an area of approximately 4.2 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest boundary being about 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pony Express School's student population of 995 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
995 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pony Express School ranks within the top 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pony Express School is 0.42, 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
#463 out of 957 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
15%
21%
Black
1%
1%
White
75%
69%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.8%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pony Express School's ranking?
Pony Express School is ranked #463 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Pony Express School?
995 students attend Pony Express School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Pony Express School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pony Express School?
Pony Express School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Pony Express School offer ?
Pony Express School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Pony Express School part of?
Pony Express School is part of Alpine School District.
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