Backman School is an elementary school in Salt Lake City, Utah, serving 364 students in grades PK-6. The school is part of the Salt Lake District, which is ranked 46 out of 100 in the state and has a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Backman School stands out for its diverse student population, with a significantly higher percentage of Hispanic (56.32%), Pacific Islander (6.04%), African American (13.74%), and Native American (2.47%) students compared to the surrounding schools like Edison School, Escalante School, and Meadowlark School. However, the school consistently ranks in the bottom 10-20% of Utah elementary schools, with academic performance significantly lower than the Salt Lake District and Utah state averages across all grade levels and subject areas.
Backman School also faces significant socioeconomic challenges, with over 80% of its students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, much higher than the surrounding schools. Despite having a relatively low student-teacher ratio, the school's persistent underperformance suggests that smaller class sizes alone may not be enough to address the underlying issues affecting student achievement. The school's diverse student population and economic disadvantages likely contribute to these academic challenges, and a comprehensive, data-driven approach may be needed to support student success at Backman School.
Students who attend Backman School usually go on to attend:Middle : Northwest MiddleHigh : Innovations High SchoolHigh : West High
In the 2022-23 school year, 364 students attended Backman School.
Students at Backman School are 56% Hispanic, 14% White, 14% African American, 6% Pacific Islander, 4% Two or more races, 3% Asian, 2% American Indian.
Salt Lake District
Backman School ranks in the bottom 2.3% of Utah elementary schools.