Serving 420 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Salina School ranks in the top 30% 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 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (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 10% 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-5
- Enrollment: 420 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salina School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Salina School's student population of 420 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
420 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Salina 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 Salina School is 0.18, 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
#291 out of 975 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)57%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)42%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
10%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
90%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
27%
11%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salina School's ranking?
Salina School is ranked #291 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Salina School?
420 students attend Salina School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Salina School students are White, and 10% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Salina School?
Salina School has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the Utah state average of 22:1.
What grades does Salina School offer ?
Salina School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Salina School part of?
Salina School is part of Sevier School District.
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