Serving 640 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Plain City School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (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 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 640 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plain City School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Plain City School's student population of 640 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
640 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Plain City School ranks within the top 20% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Plain City School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#119 out of 957 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)58%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
21%
White
93%
69%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plain City School's ranking?
Plain City School is ranked #119 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Plain City School often compared to?
Plain City Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lomond View School, Farr West School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Plain City School?
640 students attend Plain City School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Plain City School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Plain City School?
Plain City School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Plain City School offer ?
Plain City School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Plain City School part of?
Plain City School is part of Weber School District.
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