Upland Terrace School

3700 S 2860 E
Salt Lake City, UT 84109
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 477 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Upland Terrace School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (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 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 477 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 14%
  • : Top 10% in UT
  • : 64% (Top 10%)
  • : 58% (Top 20%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 20%)
  • : UPLAND TERRACE SCHOOL serves the southeast part of Salt Lake City, UT, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.1 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Upland Terrace School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Upland Terrace School's student population of 477 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
477 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers

Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

School Rankings

Upland Terrace School ranks within the top 10% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Upland Terrace School is 0.26, 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.
This School
State Level (UT)
#65 out of 957 schools
(Top 10%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

64%
40%

Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

(20-21)
58%
43%

Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

(20-21)
55-59%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1

Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
2%
2%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
7%
21%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Black
2%
1%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓

White
86%
69%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
14%
0.26

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
21.4%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
23%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-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 Upland Terrace School's ranking?
Upland Terrace School is ranked #65 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Upland Terrace School often compared to?
Upland Terrace Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastwood School, Morningside School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Upland Terrace School?
477 students attend Upland Terrace School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Upland Terrace School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Upland Terrace School?
Upland Terrace School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Upland Terrace School offer ?
Upland Terrace School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Upland Terrace School part of?
Upland Terrace School is part of Granite School District.

School Reviews

5   10/10/2025
Strong parental involvement seems to be the norm here. The school grounds are nice.
- Posted by Parent - Steven

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 477 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 14%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 64% (Top 10%)
  • : 58% (Top 20%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 20%)
  • : UPLAND TERRACE SCHOOL serves the southeast part of Salt Lake City, UT, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.1 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education

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