Serving 556 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Alta View 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 60% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 556 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alta View School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Alta View School's student population of 556 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
556 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Alta View 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 Alta View School is 0.49, 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
#197 out of 957 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)48%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
27%
21%
Black
n/a
1%
White
66%
69%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Canyons School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alta View School's ranking?
Alta View School is ranked #197 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?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Alta View School?
556 students attend Alta View School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Alta View School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alta View School?
Alta View School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alta View School offer ?
Alta View School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Alta View School part of?
Alta View School is part of Canyons School District.
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