Best Schools in Woods Cross, Utah
5 schools · 2 Elementary · 2 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Woods Cross by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Odyssey School
Elementary · Davis District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Benchmark School
High. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Woods Cross High
High · Davis District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Woods Cross for 2026 are Odyssey School (8.1/10), Benchmark School (7.2/10), and Woods Cross High (6.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 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
5
4 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$487,550
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
5
4 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$487,550
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Woods Cross
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Odyssey School | 8.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Benchmark School | 7.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Woods Cross High | 6.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Woods Cross School | 5.6 / 10 |
| 5 | Legacy Preparatory Academy | 4.8 / 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
- 6.5/10
- Median household income
- $112,120
- Median home value
- $487,550
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 41%
- Avg commute
- 22 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 79%
40% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Woods Cross compares
Utah rank
#32 of 84
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.2
above Utah avg (6.3)
Median household income
$112k
131% of Utah median
Schools in this city
5
About Schools in Woods Cross, Utah
Woods Cross, Utah is home to 5 schools, including 4 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, , and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.5 out of 10, schools in Woods Cross show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Woods Cross is Odyssey School with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Woods Cross is served by 2 school districts: Legacy Preparatory Academy, Davis District. These districts collectively serve 73,481 students.
Woods Cross's community shows 41% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $112,120. The poverty rate in the area is 6.0%.
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.
Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 599 students · Pre-K–6th | 8.1 |
| 2 | 495 students · Pre-K–6th | 5.6 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,613 students · 10th–12th | 6.8 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Benchmark School
Private
82 students · 7th–12th | 7.2 | ||
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 982 students · Kindergarten–9th | 4.8 |
Schools in Woods Cross
Woods Cross, Utah · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$112,120
Median Home Value
$487,550
Median Rent
$1,489/mo
Population
63,694
College Educated
41%
Homeownership
79%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
6.0%
Community Profile
Woods Cross has a median household income of $112,120. It is a well-educated community where 41% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $487,550, with a median rent of $1,489/month. The local poverty rate of 6.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Utah
- Elementary
- 2
- High
- 2
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Woods Cross, Utah
How many schools are in Woods Cross, Utah?
Woods Cross has 5 schools, including 4 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Woods Cross, Utah?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Woods Cross is 6.5 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 Woods Cross, Utah?
The top-ranked school in Woods Cross on MySchoolScout is Odyssey School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Woods Cross, Utah?
The top-ranked elementary school in Woods Cross on MySchoolScout is Odyssey School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best high school in Woods Cross, Utah?
The top-ranked high school in Woods Cross on MySchoolScout is Benchmark School with a composite score of 7.2/10.
How many school districts serve Woods Cross, Utah?
Woods Cross is served by 2 school districts: Legacy Preparatory Academy, Davis District.
What is the education level in Woods Cross, Utah?
According to Census data, 41% of adults in Woods Cross have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Woods Cross, Utah?
The median household income in Woods Cross is approximately $112,120 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Woods Cross, Utah?
Yes, Woods Cross has 1 private school alongside 4 public schools. The top-rated private school is Benchmark School with a score of 7.2/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Woods Cross, Utah?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Woods Cross is 20.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Woods Cross, 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.