For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 696 students in 84040, UT (there are 1 private school, serving 401 private students). 63% of all K-12 students in 84040, UT are educated in public schools (compared to the UT state average of 97%).
The top-ranked public school in 84040, UT is Mountain View School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 84040 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Utah public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 84040, UT have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Utah public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Utah public school average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Best 84040, UT Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mountain View School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2025 E 3100 N
Layton, UT 84040
(801) 402-3700
Layton, UT 84040
(801) 402-3700
Gr: PK-6 | 696 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: n/an/a
Virtual Horizons Charter School
Charter School
3261 Twin Peaks Drive
Layton, UT 84040
(801) 941-1789
Layton, UT 84040
(801) 941-1789
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 84040, UT?
The top-ranked public schools in 84040, UT include Mountain View School.
How many public schools are located in 84040?
2 public schools are located in 84040.
What percentage of students in 84040 go to public school?
63% of all K-12 students in 84040 are educated in public schools (compared to the UT state average of 97%).
What is the racial composition of students in 84040?
84040 public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Utah public schools average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
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