Serving 727 students in grades 6-7, Fossil Ridge Intermediate ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 727 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fossil Ridge Intermediate's student population of 727 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
Total Students
727 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
It's a Great Day to be a Panther!
School Rankings
Fossil Ridge Intermediate ranks within the bottom 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fossil Ridge Intermediate is 0.53, which is more 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
#651 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)49%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
25%
21%
Black
n/a
1%
White
64%
69%
Hawaiian
4%
2%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panther
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fossil Ridge Intermediate's ranking?
Fossil Ridge Intermediate is ranked #651 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Fossil Ridge Intermediate often compared to?
Fossil Ridge Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Tonaquint Intermediate, Hurricane Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Fossil Ridge Intermediate?
727 students attend Fossil Ridge Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Fossil Ridge Intermediate students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fossil Ridge Intermediate?
Fossil Ridge Intermediate has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Fossil Ridge Intermediate offer ?
Fossil Ridge Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 6-7
What school district is Fossil Ridge Intermediate part of?
Fossil Ridge Intermediate is part of Washington School District.
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