Serving 308 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Water Canyon School ranks in the bottom 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower 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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Water Canyon School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Water Canyon School's student population of 308 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
308 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Water Canyon School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Water Canyon School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#663 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
20%
Black
1%
1%
White
91%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Water Canyon School's ranking?
Water Canyon School is ranked #663 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Water Canyon School?
308 students attend Water Canyon School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Water Canyon School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Water Canyon School?
Water Canyon School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Water Canyon School offer ?
Water Canyon School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Water Canyon School part of?
Water Canyon School is part of Washington School District.
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