Serving 435 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Salina 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Salina School serves the northern part of Salina, UT, covering an area of approximately 82.3 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 8.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Salina School's student population of 435 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
435 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1960
School Motto
Inspire the mind, create a passion for learning, educate for success in life.
School Rankings
Salina 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 Salina School is 0.17, 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
#393 out of 957 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)42%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2001–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.5%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
27%
11%
Showing 2004–2013. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Cardinal Red and Navy Blue
School Mascot
Wolves
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salina School's ranking?
Salina School is ranked #393 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Salina School?
435 students attend Salina School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Salina School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Salina School?
Salina School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Salina School offer ?
Salina School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Salina School part of?
Salina School is part of Sevier School District.
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