Serving 548 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, West Kearns 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 29% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (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 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 548 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The West Kearns School serves the southwest part of Salt Lake City, UT, covering an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance area being about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Kearns School's student population of 548 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
548 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
West Kearns 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 West Kearns School is 0.58, which is more 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
#797 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)24%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
44%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
48%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.6%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Kearns School's ranking?
West Kearns School is ranked #797 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are West Kearns School often compared to?
West Kearns Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Kearns School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend West Kearns School?
548 students attend West Kearns School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of West Kearns School students are White, 44% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Kearns School?
West Kearns School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does West Kearns School offer ?
West Kearns School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is West Kearns School part of?
West Kearns School is part of Granite School District.
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