Serving 595 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 57% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). 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 21:1 is equal to the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 595 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Westland School serves the northeast part of West Jordan, UT, covering an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.9 miles away.
- 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
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Westland School's student population of 595 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
595 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Westland School ranks within the top 20% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westland School is 0.42, which is less 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
#131 out of 957 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
1%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
74%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.1%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Westland School's ranking?
Westland School is ranked #131 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Westland School often compared to?
Westland Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jordan Hills School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Westland School?
595 students attend Westland School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Westland School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westland School?
Westland School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to 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
5 10/10/2025
Westland Elementary is amazing! i have spent 6 years of school here and am on my 7th. We love you, Westland!:)
2 10/10/2025
This school is a great admin staff, teachers, principle, ALPS program, and is an amazing school.
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