Serving 774 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Butterfield Canyon 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 42% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is equal to the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 774 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Butterfield Canyon School's student population of 774 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
774 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Butterfield Canyon 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 Butterfield Canyon School is 0.29, 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
#426 out of 975 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)42%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)43%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)48%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
84%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
23%
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 Butterfield Canyon School's ranking?
Butterfield Canyon School is ranked #426 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Butterfield Canyon School often compared to?
Butterfield Canyon Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Athlos Academy Of Utah, Herriman School, Providence Hall by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Butterfield Canyon School?
774 students attend Butterfield Canyon School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Butterfield Canyon School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Butterfield Canyon School?
Butterfield Canyon School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 22:1.
What grades does Butterfield Canyon School offer ?
Butterfield Canyon School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Butterfield Canyon School part of?
Butterfield Canyon School is part of Jordan School District.
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