Serving 368 students in grades 6-12, Salt Lake Center For Science Education 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 368 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salt Lake Center For Science Education ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Salt Lake Center For Science Education's student population of 368 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
368 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Change Reality
School Rankings
Salt Lake Center For Science Education 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 Salt Lake Center For Science Education is 0.56, 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
#695 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
46%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
48%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.9%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-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 Salt Lake Center For Science Education's ranking?
Salt Lake Center For Science Education is ranked #695 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Salt Lake Center For Science Education often compared to?
Salt Lake Center For Science Educationis often viewed alongside schools like Academy For Math Engineering & Science by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Salt Lake Center For Science Education?
The graduation rate of Salt Lake Center For Science Education is 95%, which is higher than the Utah state average of 88.3%.
How many students attend Salt Lake Center For Science Education?
368 students attend Salt Lake Center For Science Education.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Salt Lake Center For Science Education students are White, 46% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Salt Lake Center For Science Education?
Salt Lake Center For Science Education has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Salt Lake Center For Science Education offer ?
Salt Lake Center For Science Education offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Salt Lake Center For Science Education part of?
Salt Lake Center For Science Education is part of Salt Lake Center For Science Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Salt Lake Center For Science Education located?
Salt Lake Center For Science Education is located in the Rose Park neighborhood of Salt Lake City, UT. There are 5 other public schools located in Rose Park.
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