Elementary Schools in Granite District


Summary:

The Granite District in Utah is home to 57 elementary schools serving students from diverse backgrounds. The district showcases a mix of high-performing and struggling schools, with several standout institutions leading the way in academic achievement.

Among the top-performing elementary schools in the Granite District are Cottonwood School, Eastwood School, Oakridge School, Howard R. Driggs School, and Morningside School. These schools consistently rank among the best in the state, with exceptional proficiency rates in core subjects and 5-star ratings from SchoolDigger. In contrast, several other schools in the district struggle to meet state averages, with proficiency rates below 20% in some cases.

The Granite District as a whole faces systemic challenges, including a high chronic absenteeism rate of 23.8% and an overall ranking of 70th out of 93 districts in Utah. The significant variation in free and reduced-price lunch rates, ranging from 6.67% at Oakridge School to 76.63% at Hillsdale School, suggests potential equity issues that need to be addressed. Addressing these disparities and improving student outcomes across the district will be crucial for ensuring all children in the Granite District receive a high-quality education.

District Detail

 2500 S State Street
Salt Lake City, UT 84115

 (385) 646-5000

SchoolDigger Rank:
70th of 93 Utah districts

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Grades served: PK, KG-12
Students: 59,106

Primary Schools: 57
Middle Schools: 15
High Schools: 9
Alternative Schools: 3
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Utah State Board of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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