Serving 464 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Uintah School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Uintah School serves the southeast part of Salt Lake City, UT, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school is 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Uintah School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Uintah School's student population of 464 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
464 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Uintah School ranks within the top 5% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Uintah School is 0.43, 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
#11 out of 957 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)67%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
13%
21%
Black
1%
1%
White
74%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.9%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Uintah School's ranking?
Uintah School is ranked #11 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Uintah School often compared to?
Uintah Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bonneville School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Uintah School?
464 students attend Uintah School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Uintah School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Uintah School?
Uintah School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Uintah School offer ?
Uintah School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Uintah School part of?
Uintah School is part of Salt Lake School District.
In what neighborhood is Uintah School located?
Uintah School is located in the Yalecrest neighborhood of Salt Lake City, UT.
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