Serving 1,377 students in grades 7-9, Sunset Ridge Middle School 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 35% (which is lower 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 25:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 1,377 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sunset Ridge Middle serves the northwest part of West Jordan, UT, covering an area of approximately 32.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 7.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sunset Ridge Middle School's student population of 1,377 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
Total Students
1,377 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sunset Ridge Middle 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 Sunset Ridge Middle School 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
#533 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
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)42%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
29%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
60%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.8%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-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 Sunset Ridge Middle School's ranking?
Sunset Ridge Middle School is ranked #533 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Sunset Ridge Middle School often compared to?
Sunset Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Hills Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% 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 Sunset Ridge Middle School?
1,377 students attend Sunset Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Sunset Ridge Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunset Ridge Middle School?
Sunset Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sunset Ridge Middle School offer ?
Sunset Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-9
What school district is Sunset Ridge Middle School part of?
Sunset Ridge Middle School is part of Jordan School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
We had a special needs student, we got very little help and the help that was given was not what was best for the child. This child accused my husband of child abuse and the school turned him in and after that all help we recieved became hostile. We are now in a new area and this same child is thriving. I would never recommend this school to anyone and am very glad we moved.
4 10/10/2025
This school is the best. My main problem with this school is that there are a lot of kids and so it is always very loud. This year they have a new principal and she is just as great as our last one. This school likes to honor kids for good work and encourage the kids that aren''t doing so well, to do better.
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