Serving 2,693 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Utah Online K8 ranks in the top 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 2,693 students
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Washington County Online School encompasses the entire school district in Saint George, UT, covering approximately 2,430.4 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 30.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum reach of 46.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Utah Online K8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Utah Online K8's student population of 2,693 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
2,693 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Utah Online K8 ranks within the top 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Utah Online K8 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
#377 out of 957 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
45%
Asian
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(20-21) ⚠ COVID-19 impactedn/a
20.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Utah Online K8's ranking?
Utah Online K8 is ranked #377 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Utah Online K8?
2,693 students attend Utah Online K8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Utah Online K8 students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Utah Online K8 offer ?
Utah Online K8 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Utah Online K8 part of?
Utah Online K8 is part of Washington School District.
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