Serving 902 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Silver Crest School 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 46% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is equal to the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% 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: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 902 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Silver Crest School's student population of 902 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
902 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Silver Crest School 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 Silver Crest School is 0.51, 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
#384 out of 975 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)46%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)43%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)42%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
20%
20%
Black
1%
1%
White
67%
71%
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silver Crest School's ranking?
Silver Crest School is ranked #384 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Silver Crest School often compared to?
Silver Crest Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Providence Hall by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Silver Crest School?
902 students attend Silver Crest School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Silver Crest School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Silver Crest School?
Silver Crest School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 22:1.
What grades does Silver Crest School offer ?
Silver Crest School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Silver Crest School part of?
Silver Crest School is part of Jordan School District.
In what neighborhood is Silver Crest School located?
Silver Crest School is located in the Herriman Towne Center neighborhood of Herriman, UT.
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