Serving 606 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Westland School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher 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 25% 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: 606 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westland School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Westland School's student population of 606 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
606 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westland School ranks within the top 20% of all 975 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westland 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
#130 out of 975 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
18%
20%
Black
2%
1%
White
75%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Westland School's ranking?
Westland School is ranked #130 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Westland School?
606 students attend Westland School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Westland School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westland School?
Westland School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Westland School offer ?
Westland School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Westland School part of?
Westland School is part of Jordan School District.
School Reviews
2 2/28/2022
This school is a great admin staff, teachers, principle, ALPS program, and is an amazing school.
5 11/2/2017
Westland Elementary is amazing! i have spent 6 years of school here and am on my 7th. We love you, Westland!:)
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