For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,094 students in 84128, UT.
The top-ranked public schools in 84128, UT are Gearld Wright School, West Valley School and Hillside School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 84128 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Utah public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 84128, UT have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Utah public schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Utah public school average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Best 84128, UT Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gearld Wright School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6760 W 3100 S
West Valley City, UT 84128
(801) 646-5480
West Valley City, UT 84128
(801) 646-5480
Gr: PK-6 | 532 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #22.
West Valley School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6049 W Brud Dr
West Valley City, UT 84128
(385) 646-5079
West Valley City, UT 84128
(385) 646-5079
Gr: PK-6 | 764 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #33.
Hillside School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4283 S 6000 W
West Valley City, UT 84128
(385) 646-4870
West Valley City, UT 84128
(385) 646-4870
Gr: PK-6 | 470 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #44.
Douglas T. Orchard School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6744 W 3800 S
West Valley City, UT 84128
(385) 646-4954
West Valley City, UT 84128
(385) 646-4954
Gr: PK-6 | 411 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #55.
Ascent Academies Of Utah - West Valley
Charter School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5685 West Cilma Drive
West Valley City, UT 84128
(801) 685-0228
West Valley City, UT 84128
(801) 685-0228
Gr: K-6 | 425 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #66.
Whittier School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3585 S 6000 W
West Valley City, UT 84128
(385) 646-5096
West Valley City, UT 84128
(385) 646-5096
Gr: PK-6 | 492 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 84128, UT?
The top-ranked public schools in 84128, UT include Gearld Wright School, West Valley School and Hillside School.
How many public schools are located in 84128?
6 public schools are located in 84128.
What is the racial composition of students in 84128?
84128 public schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Utah public schools average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
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