Serving 395 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Emerson School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emerson School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Emerson School's student population of 395 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
395 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Emerson School ranks within the top 20% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emerson School is 0.44, 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
#108 out of 957 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)52%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)51%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
16%
21%
Black
1%
1%
White
73%
69%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Salt Lake School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emerson School's ranking?
Emerson School is ranked #108 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Emerson School often compared to?
Emerson Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Uintah School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Emerson School?
395 students attend Emerson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Emerson School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emerson School?
Emerson School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Emerson School offer ?
Emerson School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Emerson School part of?
Emerson School is part of Salt Lake School District.
In what neighborhood is Emerson School located?
Emerson School is located in the Ballpark neighborhood of Salt Lake City, UT. There are 1 other public schools located in Ballpark.
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