Serving 520 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Upland Terrace School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher 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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 520 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Upland Terrace School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Upland Terrace School's student population of 520 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
520 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Upland Terrace School ranks within the top 10% of all 975 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Upland Terrace School is 0.22, 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
#76 out of 975 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)58%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
5%
20%
Black
3%
1%
White
88%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Upland Terrace School's ranking?
Upland Terrace School is ranked #76 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Upland Terrace School often compared to?
Upland Terrace Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morningside School, Eastwood School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Upland Terrace School?
520 students attend Upland Terrace School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Upland Terrace School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Upland Terrace School?
Upland Terrace School has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the Utah state average of 22:1.
What grades does Upland Terrace School offer ?
Upland Terrace School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Upland Terrace School part of?
Upland Terrace School is part of Granite School District.
School Reviews
5 11/30/2021
Strong parental involvement seems to be the norm here. The school grounds are nice.
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