Serving 731 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Welby School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is equal to the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 731 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Welby School's student population of 731 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
731 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Welby School ranks within the top 50% of all 975 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Welby School is 0.41, 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
#442 out of 975 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)46%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
13%
20%
Black
1%
1%
White
76%
71%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Welby School's ranking?
Welby School is ranked #442 out of 975 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?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Welby School?
731 students attend Welby School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Welby School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Welby School?
Welby School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Welby School offer ?
Welby School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Welby School part of?
Welby School is part of Jordan School District.
School Reviews
5 12/16/2022
We love Welby Elementary School! The teachers are fantastic, the spirit of community is strong, and the office, ancillary staff & Principal/AP are all so kind and care for the students! The PTA is awesome too! We are so lucky that our kids attend Welby!
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