Serving 405 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Newman 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower 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 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newman School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Newman School's student population of 405 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
405 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Newman 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 Newman 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
#738 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
65%
21%
Black
2%
1%
White
23%
69%
Hawaiian
5%
2%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Newman School's ranking?
Newman School is ranked #738 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Newman School?
405 students attend Newman School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Newman School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 5% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newman School?
Newman School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Newman School offer ?
Newman School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Newman School part of?
Newman School is part of Salt Lake School District.
In what neighborhood is Newman School located?
Newman School is located in the Rose Park neighborhood of Salt Lake City, UT. There are 5 other public schools located in Rose Park.
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