Best Public Schools in South Jordan, UT

The city of South Jordan, Utah is home to 21 schools, including 11 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, 4 high schools, and 3 alternative schools, all part of the Jordan District. The district is ranked 48 out of 93 in Utah and has a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Some standout schools in the area include Bingham High School, which is consistently ranked among the top high schools in Utah, and Elk Ridge Middle School, which also receives a 5-star rating. The Early Light Academy at Daybreak, a public charter elementary school, stands out for its strong performance across multiple grade levels. However, there is variation in elementary school performance, with some schools like Aspen Elementary and Daybreak School having lower proficiency rates.

The data also reveals challenges for alternative and charter schools, such as Paradigm High School and American Academy of Innovation, which tend to have lower performance and rankings compared to the traditional public schools. Additionally, there are significant disparities in funding, with spending per student ranging from $5,014 at Hawthorn Academy South Jordan to $9,355 at Valley High School.