6.8 avg / 10

Best Schools in Santa Clara, Utah

3 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 3

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 6.8/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.8/10
Median household income: $93,083
Median home value: $509,600
Bachelor's degree or higher: 35%
Avg commute: 22 min
Owner-occupied homes: 79%

How Santa Clara compares

Utah rank

#19 of 84

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.5

above Utah avg (6.3)

Median household income

$93k

109% of Utah median

Schools in this city

About Schools in Santa Clara, Utah

Santa Clara, Utah is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school.

With an average rating of 6.8 out of 10, schools in Santa Clara show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Santa Clara is Santa Clara School with a composite score of 8.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Santa Clara is served by 1 school district: Washington District. These districts collectively serve 37,575 students.

Santa Clara's community shows 35% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $93,083. The poverty rate in the area is 4.3%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Elementary Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Santa Clara School 458 students · Pre-K–5th	458	Pre-K–5th	8.4
2	Arrowhead School 519 students · Pre-K–5th	519	Pre-K–5th	5.6

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Lava Ridge Intermediate 757 students · 6th–7th	757	6th–7th	6.3

Schools in Santa Clara

Santa Clara, Utah · 3 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$93,083

Median Home Value

$509,600

Median Rent

$1,912/mo

Population

7,891

College Educated

35%

Homeownership

79%

Avg Commute

22 min

Poverty Rate

4.3%

Community Profile

Santa Clara has a median household income of $93,083. It is an area where 35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $509,600, with a median rent of $1,912/month. The local poverty rate of 4.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Utah
Total Schools: 3
Elementary: 2
Middle: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.8/10

Resources

🔍 Google "Santa Clara schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Santa Clara 📊 Niche Santa Clara Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools

School District

Washington District

56 schools · 37,575 students

Nearby Cities

Ivins (2 schools)

2 mi

St. George (38 schools)

5 mi

Washington (10 schools)

8 mi

Hurricane (7 schools)

Enterprise (2 schools)

30 mi

New Harmony (1 school)

31 mi

Cedar City (1 school)

40 mi

Other Major Cities in Utah

Top metros statewide by school count.

Salt Lake City 121 schools Ogden 57 schools West Valley City 38 schools Sandy 37 schools West Jordan 35 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Santa Clara, Utah

How many schools are in Santa Clara, Utah?

Santa Clara has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Santa Clara, Utah?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Santa Clara is 6.8 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Santa Clara, Utah?

The top-ranked school in Santa Clara on MySchoolScout is Santa Clara School with a composite score of 8.4/10.

What is the best elementary school in Santa Clara, Utah?

The top-ranked elementary school in Santa Clara on MySchoolScout is Santa Clara School with a composite score of 8.4/10.

What is the best middle school in Santa Clara, Utah?

The top-ranked middle school in Santa Clara on MySchoolScout is Lava Ridge Intermediate with a composite score of 6.3/10.

How many school districts serve Santa Clara, Utah?

Santa Clara is served by 1 school district: Washington District.

What is the education level in Santa Clara, Utah?

According to Census data, 35% of adults in Santa Clara have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Santa Clara, Utah?

The median household income in Santa Clara is approximately $93,083 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Santa Clara, Utah?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Santa Clara is 20.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Santa Clara, Utah?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.