Serving 1,313 students in grades 7-9, Mountain Creek Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 55% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 1,313 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mountain Creek Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Mountain Creek Middle School's student population of 1,313 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
Total Students
1,313 students
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Rankings
Mountain Creek Middle 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 Mountain Creek Middle School is 0.44, 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
#272 out of 957 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)54%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
18%
21%
Black
1%
1%
White
73%
69%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
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 Mountain Creek Middle School's ranking?
Mountain Creek Middle School is ranked #272 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?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Mountain Creek Middle School?
1,313 students attend Mountain Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Mountain Creek Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mountain Creek Middle School?
Mountain Creek Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mountain Creek Middle School offer ?
Mountain Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-9
What school district is Mountain Creek Middle School part of?
Mountain Creek Middle School is part of Jordan School District.
In what neighborhood is Mountain Creek Middle School located?
Mountain Creek Middle School is located in the Daybreak neighborhood of South Jordan, UT. There are 6 other public schools located in Daybreak.
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