Serving 1,165 students in grades 7-9, Elk Ridge Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 1,165 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elk Ridge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Elk Ridge Middle School's student population of 1,165 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
Total Students
1,165 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elk Ridge Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 975 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elk Ridge Middle School is 0.43, 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
#206 out of 975 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)48%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)53%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)56%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
13%
20%
Black
1%
1%
White
74%
71%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Elk Ridge Middle School's ranking?
Elk Ridge Middle School is ranked #206 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Elk Ridge Middle School often compared to?
Elk Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scott M Matheson Jr High School, Joel P. Jensen Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Elk Ridge Middle School?
1,165 students attend Elk Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Elk Ridge Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elk Ridge Middle School?
Elk Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Elk Ridge Middle School offer ?
Elk Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-9
What school district is Elk Ridge Middle School part of?
Elk Ridge Middle School is part of Jordan School District.
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