Serving 547 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Rock Canyon School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 547 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rock Canyon School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Rock Canyon School's student population of 547 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
547 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rock Canyon School ranks within the top 10% of all 975 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rock Canyon School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#96 out of 975 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
11%
19%
Black
2%
1%
White
80%
72%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
22%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rock Canyon School's ranking?
Rock Canyon School is ranked #96 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Rock Canyon School often compared to?
Rock Canyon Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Deerfield School, Orchard Hills School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Rock Canyon School?
547 students attend Rock Canyon School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Rock Canyon School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rock Canyon School?
Rock Canyon School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 22:1.
What grades does Rock Canyon School offer ?
Rock Canyon School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Rock Canyon School part of?
Rock Canyon School is part of Provo School District.
In what neighborhood is Rock Canyon School located?
Rock Canyon School is located in the Rock Canyon neighborhood of Provo, UT. There are 1 other public schools located in Rock Canyon.
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