For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public middle schools serving 4,309 students in 84009, UT.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 84009, UT are Elk Ridge Middle School, Mountain Creek Middle School and Early Light Academy At Daybreak. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 84009 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Utah public middle school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 84009, UT have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Utah public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Utah public middle school average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Best 84009, UT Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elk Ridge Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3659 W 9800 S
South Jordan, UT 84009
(801) 412-2800
South Jordan, UT 84009
(801) 412-2800
Gr: 7-9 | 1,151 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Mountain Creek Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5325 W Bingham Rim Road
South Jordan, UT 84009
(801) 412-1000
South Jordan, UT 84009
(801) 412-1000
Gr: 7-9 | 1,313 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
Early Light Academy At Daybreak
Charter School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
11709 Vadania Dr
South Jordan, UT 84009
(801) 302-5988
South Jordan, UT 84009
(801) 302-5988
Gr: K-9 | 1,022 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #44.
Mountain West Montessori Academy
Charter School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4125 W Foxview Dr.
South Jordan, UT 84009
(801) 566-6962
South Jordan, UT 84009
(801) 566-6962
Gr: K-9 | 450 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #55.
American Academy Of Innovation
Charter School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5410 W South Jordan Parkway
South Jordan, UT 84009
(801) 810-4786
South Jordan, UT 84009
(801) 810-4786
Gr: 6-12 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 84009, UT?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 84009, UT include Elk Ridge Middle School, Mountain Creek Middle School and Early Light Academy At Daybreak.
How many public middle schools are located in 84009?
5 public middle schools are located in 84009.
What is the racial composition of students in 84009?
84009 public middle schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Utah public middle schools average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
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