For the 2024-25 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 11,281 students in 84120, UT (there are 2 private schools, serving 21 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in 84120, UT are educated in public schools (compared to the UT state average of 97%).
The top ranked public schools in 84120, UT are Neil Armstrong Academy, Monticello Academy and American Preparatory Academy - Accelerated School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 84120 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Utah public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 84120, UT have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Utah public schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Utah public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 84120, UT Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Neil Armstrong Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5194 West Highbury Parkway
West Valley City, UT 84120
(385) 646-5284
West Valley City, UT 84120
(385) 646-5284
Grades: PK-6
| 744 students
Rank: #22.
Monticello Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2782 S Corporate Park Drive
West Valley City, UT 84120
(801) 417-8040
West Valley City, UT 84120
(801) 417-8040
Grades: K-8
| 707 students
Rank: #33.
American Preparatory Academy - Accelerated School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3636 W 3100 S
West Valley City, UT 84120
(385) 351-3090
West Valley City, UT 84120
(385) 351-3090
Grades: K-12
| 1,537 students
Rank: #44.
Hunter School
Magnet School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4351 S 5400 W
West Valley City, UT 84120
(385) 646-4876
West Valley City, UT 84120
(385) 646-4876
Grades: PK-6
| 490 students
Rank: #55.
Monroe School
Magnet School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4450 W 3100 S
West Valley City, UT 84120
(385) 646-4918
West Valley City, UT 84120
(385) 646-4918
Grades: PK-6
| 563 students
Rank: #66.
Esperanza School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4956 W 3500 S
West Valley City, UT 84120
(801) 305-1450
West Valley City, UT 84120
(801) 305-1450
Grades: K-6
| 529 students
Rank: #77.
Hunter High School
Magnet School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4200 S 5600 W
West Valley City, UT 84120
(385) 646-5360
West Valley City, UT 84120
(385) 646-5360
Grades: 9-12
| 2,595 students
Rank: #88.
Hunter Jr High School
Magnet School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6131 W 3785 S
West Valley City, UT 84120
(385) 646-5184
West Valley City, UT 84120
(385) 646-5184
Grades: 7-8
| 732 students
Rank: #99.
Valley Crest School
Magnet School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5240 W 3100 S
West Valley City, UT 84120
(385) 646-5061
West Valley City, UT 84120
(385) 646-5061
Grades: PK-6
| 494 students
Rank: #1010.
John F. Kennedy Jr High School
Magnet School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4495 S 4800 W
West Valley City, UT 84120
(385) 646-5214
West Valley City, UT 84120
(385) 646-5214
Grades: 6-8
| 857 students
Rank: #1111.
Academy Park School
Magnet School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4580 Westpoint Dr
West Valley City, UT 84120
(385) 646-4750
West Valley City, UT 84120
(385) 646-4750
Grades: PK-6
| 370 students
Rank: #1212.
Philo T. Farnsworth School
Magnet School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3751 S 4225 W
West Valley City, UT 84120
(385) 646-4822
West Valley City, UT 84120
(385) 646-4822
Grades: PK-6
| 546 students
Rank: #1313.
Jackling School
Magnet School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3760 S 4610 W
West Valley City, UT 84120
(385) 646-4882
West Valley City, UT 84120
(385) 646-4882
Grades: PK-6
| 461 students
Rank: n/an/a
Wallace Stegner Academy West Valley
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
2671 S Stegnar Way
West Valley City, UT 84120
(801) 456-9570
West Valley City, UT 84120
(801) 456-9570
Grades: K-8
| 656 students
84120, Utah Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3900 S 5325 W
West Valley City, UT 84120
(385) 646-5008
West Valley City, UT 84120
(385) 646-5008
Grades: PK-6
| n/a students
Young Parents Program High School (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
3760 South 4610 West
West Valley City, UT 84120
(385) 964-7628
West Valley City, UT 84120
(385) 964-7628
Grades: 9-12
| 69 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 84120, UT?
The top ranked public schools in 84120, UT include Neil Armstrong Academy, Monticello Academy and American Preparatory Academy - Accelerated School.
How many public schools are located in 84120?
14 public schools are located in 84120.
What percentage of students in 84120 go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in 84120 are educated in public schools (compared to the UT state average of 97%).
What is the racial composition of students in 84120?
84120 public schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Utah public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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