Serving 22 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, West Desert School ranks in the top 50% 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 ≥50% (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 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 22 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30% in UT)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Desert School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
West Desert School's student population of 22 students has grown by 214% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
22 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Year Founded
1914
School Rankings
The diversity score of West Desert School is 0.10, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
21%
Black
n/a
1%
White
95%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
20%
11%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% UT state average).
How many students attend West Desert School?
22 students attend West Desert School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of West Desert School students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Desert School?
West Desert School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does West Desert School offer ?
West Desert School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is West Desert School part of?
West Desert School is part of Tintic School District.
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