Best Schools in West Jordan, Utah
35 schools · 19 Elementary · 5 Middle · 7 High · 4 Other
Choosing a school in West Jordan?
Use this page to compare every school in West Jordan by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Westland School
Elementary · Jordan District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Itineris Early College High
High · Itineris Early College High. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Jordan Hills School
Elementary · Jordan District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in West Jordan for 2026 are Westland School (8.5/10), Itineris Early College High (8.4/10), and Jordan Hills School (8.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 31 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
35
32 public · 3 private
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$454,200
home value · ACS
Districts
7
serving the city
Schools
35
32 public · 3 private
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$454,200
home value · ACS
Districts
7
serving the city
Rates 8.5/10 despite 32% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.8 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among West Jordan schools.
Top-Rated Schools in West Jordan
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (31 of 35). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Westland School | 8.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Itineris Early College High | 8.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Jordan Hills School | 8.4 / 10 |
| 4 | Antelope Canyon Elementary | 7.6 / 10 |
| 5 | Copper Hills Youth Center | 7.5 / 10 |
| 6 | Mountain Heights Academy | 7.1 / 10 |
| 7 | Riverside School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 8 | Fox Hollow School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 9 | Jim Bridger School | 6.4 / 10 |
| 10 | Oakcrest School | 5.8 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.6/10
- Median household income
- $103,108
- Median home value
- $454,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 28%
- Avg commute
- 24 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 78%
21% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How West Jordan compares
Utah rank
#64 of 84
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.7
below Utah avg (6.3)
Median household income
$103k
121% of Utah median
Schools in this city
33
About Schools in West Jordan, Utah
West Jordan, Utah fields 31 ranked public schools with an average score of 5.8 out of 10 — a spread that signals meaningful variation worth investigating before settling on an address. The city draws from one of Utah's largest suburban school districts, and the range across those 31 schools is wide enough that where you live within West Jordan matters as much as the city itself. Six schools, or 19% of the ranked total, clear the 7-point mark, meaning strong options exist but aren't evenly distributed across neighborhoods.
At the top of that tier, Jordan Hills School leads the city with an 8.2 out of 10 — the highest score in West Jordan and a clear outlier above the 5.8 citywide average. Westland School follows at 8.1, putting two elementary schools within a fraction of a point of each other at the summit. Riverside School (7.4) and Oakcrest School (7.2) add further depth to the elementary picture. For families with high schoolers, Itineris Early College High School scores 7.4 — the city's strongest secondary option — and gives college-bound students access to early college coursework inside a public school setting.
Parents should note that West Jordan's high-performing schools concentrate heavily at the elementary level. The city's best secondary options are fewer and score lower than its top elementary tier, so families planning a long stay will want to trace feeder school pipelines carefully. The 2.4-point gap between Jordan Hills (8.2) and the citywide average (5.8) is large enough that school selection within West Jordan carries more weight than West Jordan selection against peer cities.
Practically, the right move is to cross-reference any target neighborhood against the ranked school list before signing a lease or making an offer. The elementary landscape is where West Jordan delivers its strongest value; parents approaching middle and high school years should plan their attendance zones with extra care and look closely at what Itineris offers as the clearest secondary standout.
Elementary Schools
19 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 606 students · Kindergarten–6th | 8.5 |
| 2 | 641 students · Kindergarten–6th | 8.4 |
| 3 | 615 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.6 |
| 4 | 651 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.7 |
| 5 | 888 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.6 |
| 6 | 341 students · Pre-K–6th | 6.4 |
| 7 | 690 students · Kindergarten–6th | 5.8 |
| 8 | 458 students · Kindergarten–6th | 5.5 |
| 9 | 520 students · Kindergarten–6th | 5.1 |
| 10 | 232 students · Kindergarten–6th | 5.0 |
Show all 19 elementary schools in West Jordan
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 117 students · 7th–8th | 5.7 |
| 2 | 1,011 students · 7th–9th | 5.2 |
| 3 | 1,379 students · 7th–9th | 4.9 |
| 4 | 773 students · 7th–9th | 4.5 |
| 5 | 1,187 students · 7th–9th | 3.9 |
High Schools
7 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 384 students · 9th–12th | 8.4 | ||
| 2 | 153 students · 9th–12th | 7.9 | ||
| 3 | 882 students · 7th–12th | 7.1 | ||
| 4 | 1,870 students · 10th–12th | 5.7 | ||
| 5 | 255 students · 9th–12th | 5.7 | ||
| 6 | 2,959 students · 10th–12th | 4.7 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Copper Hills Youth CenterPrivate 98 students · 6th–12th | Not Rated | ||
Other Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 778 students · Kindergarten–9th | 5.3 | ||
| 2 | 406 students · Kindergarten–9th | 5.2 | ||
| 3 | 801 students · Kindergarten–9th | 5.1 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | West Ridge AcademyPrivate 22 students · 4th–11th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in West Jordan
West Jordan, Utah · 35 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 3 ZIP codes
Median Income
$103,108
Median Home Value
$454,200
Median Rent
$1,666/mo
Population
122,472
College Educated
28%
Homeownership
78%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Community Profile
West Jordan has a median household income of $103,108. It is an area where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $454,200, with a median rent of $1,666/month. The local poverty rate of 6.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Utah
- Elementary
- 19
- Middle
- 5
- High
- 7
- Other
- 4
Resources
School Districts (7)
Navigator Pointe Academy
1 school · 406 students
Itineris Early College High
1 school · 384 students
Hawthorn Academy
2 schools · 1,399 students
Mountain Heights Academy
1 school · 882 students
Ascent Academies of Utah
5 schools · 2,750 students
Granite District
86 schools · 60,270 students
Jordan District
69 schools · 59,145 students
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Utah
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in West Jordan, Utah
How many schools are in West Jordan, Utah?
West Jordan has 35 schools, including 32 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in West Jordan, Utah?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in West Jordan is 5.6 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in West Jordan, Utah?
The top-ranked school in West Jordan on MySchoolScout is Westland School with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in West Jordan, Utah?
The top-ranked elementary school in West Jordan on MySchoolScout is Westland School with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best middle school in West Jordan, Utah?
The top-ranked middle school in West Jordan on MySchoolScout is Kelsey Peak Virtual Middle with a composite score of 5.7/10.
What is the best high school in West Jordan, Utah?
The top-ranked high school in West Jordan on MySchoolScout is Itineris Early College High with a composite score of 8.4/10.
How many school districts serve West Jordan, Utah?
West Jordan is served by 7 school districts: Navigator Pointe Academy, Itineris Early College High, Hawthorn Academy, Mountain Heights Academy, Ascent Academies of Utah, Granite District, Jordan District.
What is the education level in West Jordan, Utah?
According to Census data, 28% of adults in West Jordan have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in West Jordan, Utah?
The median household income in West Jordan is approximately $103,108 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in West Jordan, Utah?
Yes, West Jordan has 3 private schools alongside 32 public schools. The top-rated private school is Copper Hills Youth Center with a score of 7.5/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in West Jordan, Utah?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in West Jordan is 18.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in West Jordan, 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 built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Utah Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.