Summary:
The city of Herriman, Utah is home to 15 schools, including 8 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 3 high schools, and 2 alternative schools, serving students from kindergarten through 12th grade. The schools in this area display a wide range of academic performance, with some standout institutions like Herriman School and Fort Herriman Middle consistently ranking among the top in the state, while others, such as Athlos Academy of Utah and Salt Lake Academy High School, struggle to meet state averages.
The high-performing Herriman School stands out with exceptional test scores, with 78.5% of 3rd graders proficient in math and 67.3% of 4th graders proficient in science, far exceeding the state and district averages. Similarly, Fort Herriman Middle ranks in the top 25% of Utah middle schools, with strong test scores in math and science. In contrast, Athlos Academy of Utah and Salt Lake Academy High School have test scores that fall below state averages.
Across the district, the schools in Herriman face challenges, such as a high chronic absenteeism rate of 23.8%, which is significantly higher than the state average. Additionally, the free and reduced lunch rates vary considerably, from 8.5% at Fort Herriman Middle to 28.74% at Athlos Academy of Utah, suggesting potential socioeconomic differences among the student populations. The performance of the two public charter schools in the area, Providence Hall and Athlos Academy of Utah, also varies, with Providence Hall outperforming many of the traditional public schools.
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