Serving 344 students in grades 6-12, Salt Lake Center For Science Education 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 344 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salt Lake Center For Science Education ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Salt Lake Center For Science Education's student population of 344 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
344 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Salt Lake Center For Science Education 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 Salt Lake Center For Science Education is 0.58, 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
#764 out of 975 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15-19%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
46%
20%
Black
1%
1%
White
46%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salt Lake Center For Science Education's ranking?
Salt Lake Center For Science Education is ranked #764 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Salt Lake Center For Science Education often compared to?
Salt Lake Center For Science Educationis often viewed alongside schools like Academy For Math Engineering & Science by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Salt Lake Center For Science Education?
The graduation rate of Salt Lake Center For Science Education is 90%, which is higher than the Utah state average of 88%.
How many students attend Salt Lake Center For Science Education?
344 students attend Salt Lake Center For Science Education.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Salt Lake Center For Science Education students are Hispanic, 46% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Salt Lake Center For Science Education?
Salt Lake Center For Science Education has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 22:1.
What grades does Salt Lake Center For Science Education offer ?
Salt Lake Center For Science Education offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Salt Lake Center For Science Education part of?
Salt Lake Center For Science Education is part of Salt Lake Center For Science Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Salt Lake Center For Science Education located?
Salt Lake Center For Science Education is located in the Rose Park neighborhood of Salt Lake City, UT. There are 5 other public schools located in Rose Park.
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