Serving 704 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Farr West School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% 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: 704 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Farr West School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Farr West School's student population of 704 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
704 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Farr West Elementary is committed to providing a supportive and engaging educational environment where ALL students: Enter to learn, Lead to achieve, Fly to reach their greatest potential.
School Rankings
Farr West School ranks within the top 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Farr West School is 0.23, 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
#338 out of 957 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)41%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)46%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
10%
21%
Black
n/a
1%
White
87%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
3%
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 Farr West School's ranking?
Farr West School is ranked #338 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Farr West School often compared to?
Farr West Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lomond View School, Plain City School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Farr West School?
704 students attend Farr West School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Farr West School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Farr West School?
Farr West School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Farr West School offer ?
Farr West School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Farr West School part of?
Farr West School is part of Weber School District.
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