Serving 458 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Santa Clara School ranks in the bottom 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 48% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Santa Clara School's student population of 458 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
458 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Welcome to Cougar Country!
School Rankings
Santa Clara School 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 Santa Clara School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#501 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)34%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
10%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
85%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Santa Clara School's ranking?
Santa Clara School is ranked #501 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Santa Clara School often compared to?
Santa Clara Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arrowhead School, Sunset School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Santa Clara School?
458 students attend Santa Clara School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Santa Clara School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Santa Clara School?
Santa Clara School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Santa Clara School offer ?
Santa Clara School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Santa Clara School part of?
Santa Clara School is part of Washington School District.
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