Serving 629 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Elk Run Elementary 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 19% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is equal to the Utah state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 629 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elk Run Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Elk Run Elementary School's student population of 629 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
629 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elk Run Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 975 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elk Run Elementary School is 0.59, which is more 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
#872 out of 975 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)19%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)22%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)28%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
51%
20%
Black
3%
1%
White
39%
71%
Hawaiian
4%
2%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elk Run Elementary School's ranking?
Elk Run Elementary School is ranked #872 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Elk Run Elementary School often compared to?
Elk Run Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasant Green School, Magna School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Elk Run Elementary School?
629 students attend Elk Run Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Elk Run Elementary School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elk Run Elementary School?
Elk Run Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the Utah state average of 22:1.
What grades does Elk Run Elementary School offer ?
Elk Run Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Elk Run Elementary School part of?
Elk Run Elementary School is part of Granite School District.
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