Serving 40 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Big Water School ranks in the top 30% 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to 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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 40 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Big Water School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Big Water School's student population of 40 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
40 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Big Water 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 Big Water School is 0.46, 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
#275 out of 957 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-59%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
10%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
10%
21%
Black
3%
1%
White
72%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Kane School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Big Water School's ranking?
Big Water School is ranked #275 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?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Big Water School?
40 students attend Big Water School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Big Water School students are White, 10% of students are American Indian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Big Water School?
Big Water School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Big Water School offer ?
Big Water School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Big Water School part of?
Big Water School is part of Kane School District.
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