Serving 686 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Helen M. Knight School 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 26% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 686 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Helen M. Knight School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Helen M. Knight School's student population of 686 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
686 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Helen M. Knight School 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 Helen M. Knight School 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
#781 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)28%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)38%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
7%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
27%
21%
White
63%
69%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.6%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Helen M. Knight School's ranking?
Helen M. Knight School is ranked #781 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Helen M. Knight School often compared to?
Helen M. Knight Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Moab Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Helen M. Knight School?
686 students attend Helen M. Knight School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Helen M. Knight School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Helen M. Knight School?
Helen M. Knight School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Helen M. Knight School offer ?
Helen M. Knight School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Helen M. Knight School part of?
Helen M. Knight School is part of Grand School District.
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