Summary:
ZIP code 84065 has four middle schools serving grades 7–9, all part of the Jordan District. Together, they enroll 4,572 students, with schools averaging about 1,143 students. The district ranks 52nd of 92 Utah districts, while all four local schools rank above the statewide midpoint. Student-teacher ratios are similar, ranging from 22.5:1 to 23.4:1, so academic and attendance differences are likely influenced by factors beyond staffing levels.
Fort Herriman Middle has the highest statewide standing, ranking 31st of 217 schools and placing in the 86th percentile. It also has the lowest chronic absenteeism rate at 11.9% and is particularly strong in science, including 68.2% proficiency in grade 8. Oquirrh Hills Middle ranks second locally but has the strongest overall testing average. It leads the area in ELA and math and posted an exceptional 58.3% proficiency in grade 9 math. For families seeking broad, consistent academic performance, Oquirrh Hills stands out; families emphasizing science and attendance may prefer Fort Herriman. Both schools also have the two lowest absenteeism rates.
Hidden Valley Middle has improving rankings and strong science results, including the area’s highest grade 9 science proficiency at 66.7%, but its 26.6% chronic absenteeism rate is the highest by a wide margin and deserves careful consideration. South Hills Middle has made substantial long-term ranking progress, though it currently has the lowest average test performance and remains below district averages in all three subjects. Across the area, grade 9 math is the clearest shared weakness, especially at Fort Herriman and South Hills. Science is generally the strongest subject, while attendance and continued academic growth are the main issues to examine when comparing schools.
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