Serving 815 students in grades 6-7, Lava Ridge Intermediate 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 43% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% 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: 6-7
- Enrollment: 815 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lava Ridge Intermediate's student population of 815 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
Total Students
815 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lava Ridge Intermediate 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 Lava Ridge Intermediate is 0.46, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#478 out of 975 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)43%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)56%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
22:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
23%
20%
Black
1%
1%
White
70%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lava Ridge Intermediate's ranking?
Lava Ridge Intermediate is ranked #478 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Lava Ridge Intermediate often compared to?
Lava Ridge Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Tonaquint Intermediate, Vista School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Lava Ridge Intermediate?
815 students attend Lava Ridge Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Lava Ridge Intermediate students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lava Ridge Intermediate?
Lava Ridge Intermediate has a student ration of 21:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 22:1.
What grades does Lava Ridge Intermediate offer ?
Lava Ridge Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 6-7
What school district is Lava Ridge Intermediate part of?
Lava Ridge Intermediate is part of Washington School District.
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