Serving 17 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, West Desert School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 17 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30% in UT)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
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West Desert School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
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West Desert School's student population of 17 students has grown by 142% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
17 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Year Founded
1914
School Calendar
The diversity score of West Desert School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
100%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
20%
11%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% UT state average).
How many students attend West Desert School?
17 students attend West Desert School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of West Desert School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Desert School?
West Desert School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does West Desert School offer ?
West Desert School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is West Desert School part of?
West Desert School is part of Tintic School District.
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