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Crescent School

Elementary School · Canyons District

11100 S 230 E, Sandy, UT 84070

Enrollment

455

Student-Teacher

19.8:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Utah schools

#650 of 1,015

In Sandy

#26 of 30

public schools

In district

#36 of 45

Canyons District

School environment

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Crescent School

5.7/10

Elementary School in Sandy · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Crescent School

Crescent School is a public elementary school in Sandy, UT, part of Canyons District. Crescent School serves approximately 455 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Crescent School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #650 of 1,015 schools in UT.

Structured state assessment records for Crescent School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.9 pts below district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 7.6
  • UT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.88 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.9Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency31.9% (2025 RISE)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.8% (2025 RISE)
Overall Proficiency33% (2025 RISE, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2025 RISE)
vs. Expected-6.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile30th
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,268
Chronic Absenteeism29.5%

Crescent School — Students at Crescent School score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

36.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores UT RISE (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 54.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 55.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 29 test records from UT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
69%
ELA
78%
2010
Math
73%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
80%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
78%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
45%
2014
Math
51%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
55%
ELA
54%
2016
Math
56%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
50%
ELA
50%
2018
Math
48%
ELA
45%
2019
Math
48%
ELA
45%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2025
Math
31.9%
ELA
34.8%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.1/10.

How Crescent School Compares

See how Crescent School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
36th percentile in UT
Academic
4.9/10
Below Average
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
37%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.5%

Location

11100 S 230 E, Sandy, UT 84070

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Crescent School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. American Preparatory Academy - Draper #2 (rated 9.0/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Draper), which scores notably higher. Another option is Altara School (rated 8.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, American Preparatory Academy - Draper #1 (rated 8.1/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Draper), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sandy, see our Sandy schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
ST JOHN THE BAPTIST MIDDLE SCHOOL Draper 1.0 mi 5.6
Rivers Edge School South Jordan 0.8 mi
Valley High School South Jordan 0.8 mi 5.9
GATEWAY ACADEMY Draper 1.0 mi
Altara School Sandy 0.9 mi 8.3
American Preparatory Academy - Draper #2 Draper 1.3 mi 9.0
American Preparatory Academy - Draper #3 Draper 1.4 mi 8.4
Jordan High Sandy 1.7 mi 5.9
Alta High Sandy 1.3 mi 5.9
HILLTOP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sandy 1.4 mi
Alta View School Sandy 1.5 mi 7.7
Sprucewood School Sandy 1.7 mi 7.6
Diamond Ridge High School Sandy 1.9 mi 8.6
Indian Hills Middle Sandy 1.7 mi 6.8
Special Ed Preschool Sandy 2.2 mi 5.2
Canyons Transition Academy Sandy 2.2 mi 6.4
Mt. Jordan Middle Sandy 2.2 mi 5.1
American Preparatory Academy - Draper #1 Draper 2.3 mi 8.1
Glacier Hills Elementary Sandy 2.2 mi 6.9
Eastmont Middle Sandy 2.0 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 84070 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$79,414

Median Home Value

$429,400

Median Rent

$1,578/mo

Population

30,348

College Educated

35.7%

Homeownership

58.5%

Avg Commute

22.4 min

Poverty Rate

7.8%

Median Age

32.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Crescent School

What grades does Crescent School serve?

Crescent School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Crescent School?

Crescent School has an enrollment of approximately 455 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Crescent School?

The student-teacher ratio at Crescent School is 19.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Crescent School rank in UT?

Crescent School ranks #650 of 1,015 schools in UT.

What is Crescent School's MySchoolScout rating?

Crescent School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Crescent School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Crescent School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Crescent School a charter school?

No, Crescent School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Crescent School a Title I school?

No, Crescent School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Crescent School?

36.5% of students at Crescent School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
39 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
41 Some Transit
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
455
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
36.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Salt Lake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.5%

District

Canyons District
District Enrollment
33,196
Schools in District
50
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,268
District Rank
#36 of 45

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