Serving 20 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Vernon School ranks in the top 30% 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 20 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vernon School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Vernon School's student population of 20 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
20 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Vernon School ranks within the top 30% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vernon School is 0.19, 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
#275 out of 957 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-59%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
21:1
Hispanic
5%
21%
White
90%
69%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
35%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vernon School's ranking?
Vernon School is ranked #275 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Vernon School?
20 students attend Vernon School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Vernon School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vernon School?
Vernon School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Vernon School offer ?
Vernon School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Vernon School part of?
Vernon School is part of Tooele School District.
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