Rolling Meadows School

Rolling Meadows School is an elementary school located in West Valley City, Utah, serving grades PK-6 with a total enrollment of 503 students. The school is part of the Granite School District, which is ranked 70 out of 93 districts in the state and has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger. Rolling Meadows School has consistently been ranked in the bottom half of Utah elementary schools, with a ranking between 307 and 468 over the past 10 years, and has maintained a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger during this time.

The data reveals several key areas of concern for Rolling Meadows School. The school has had high chronic absenteeism rates, ranging from 23.8% to 32.7% over the past few years, significantly higher than the state and district averages. Additionally, the school's test scores are consistently lower than the Granite District and state averages across all grade levels and subject areas. For example, in the 2024-2025 school year, the school's 3rd-grade math proficiency rate was 35.4%, compared to the district's 37.1% and the state's 48.6%. Rolling Meadows School also has a high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 61.23% to 68.43% over the past few years, indicating a high proportion of students from low-socioeconomic backgrounds.

When comparing Rolling Meadows School to nearby schools in the Granite District, it becomes evident that the school is performing significantly worse than its peers. For instance, Robert Frost School, which is less than a mile away, has consistently higher test scores and a lower chronic absenteeism rate than Rolling Meadows School. Addressing the key areas of concern, such as improving student attendance, raising academic achievement, and providing additional support for students from low-income families, will be crucial for Rolling Meadows School to improve its standing and provide a high-quality education for its students.