Serving 478 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Highland Park 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 70% (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 18:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% 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: 478 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland Park School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Highland Park School's student population of 478 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
478 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Highland Park 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 Highland Park School is 0.33, 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
#121 out of 957 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)54%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
9%
21%
Black
1%
1%
White
81%
69%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Park School's ranking?
Highland Park School is ranked #121 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Highland Park School often compared to?
Highland Park Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Whittier School, Nibley Park School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% 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 Highland Park School?
478 students attend Highland Park School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Highland Park School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highland Park School?
Highland Park School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Highland Park School offer ?
Highland Park School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Highland Park School part of?
Highland Park School is part of Salt Lake School District.
In what neighborhood is Highland Park School located?
Highland Park School is located in the Sugar House neighborhood of Salt Lake City, UT. There are 5 other public schools located in Sugar House.
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