Serving 579 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Silver Mesa School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 579 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silver Mesa School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Silver Mesa School's student population of 579 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
579 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Silver Mesa School ranks within the top 20% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silver Mesa School is 0.37, 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
#142 out of 957 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)57%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)64%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
15%
20%
Black
2%
1%
White
78%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silver Mesa School's ranking?
Silver Mesa School is ranked #142 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Silver Mesa School often compared to?
Silver Mesa Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brookwood School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Silver Mesa School?
579 students attend Silver Mesa School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Silver Mesa School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Silver Mesa School?
Silver Mesa School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Silver Mesa School offer ?
Silver Mesa School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Silver Mesa School part of?
Silver Mesa School is part of Canyons School District.
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