Serving 105 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Escalante 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 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 105 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Escalante School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Escalante School's student population of 105 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 75% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
105 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Year Founded
2025
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Escalante 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 Escalante School is 0.15, 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
#413 out of 957 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-49%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-49%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
Hispanic
4%
21%
White
92%
69%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.6%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Escalante School's ranking?
Escalante School is ranked #413 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Escalante School?
105 students attend Escalante School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Escalante School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Escalante School?
Escalante School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Escalante School offer ?
Escalante School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Escalante School part of?
Escalante School is part of Garfield School District.
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