Serving 682 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Sand Springs 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 46% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% 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: 682 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sand Springs School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Sand Springs School's student population of 682 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
682 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Sand Springs 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 Sand Springs School is 0.35, 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
#263 out of 957 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)46%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
12%
21%
Black
1%
1%
White
80%
69%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.7%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sand Springs School's ranking?
Sand Springs School is ranked #263 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 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Sand Springs School?
682 students attend Sand Springs School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Sand Springs School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sand Springs School?
Sand Springs School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sand Springs School offer ?
Sand Springs School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Sand Springs School part of?
Sand Springs School is part of Davis School District.
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