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#387 of 1,015 schools in UT
Top 38% in state
Based on limited data
Glacier Hills Elementary
Elementary School · Canyons District
1085 E 900 South, Sandy, UT 84094
Enrollment
593
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
593
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Utah schools
#387 of 1,015
In Sandy
#20 of 30
public schools
In district
#30 of 45
Canyons District
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Glacier Hills Elementary
Glacier Hills Elementary is a public elementary school in Sandy, UT, part of Canyons District. Glacier Hills Elementary serves approximately 593 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Glacier Hills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #387 of 1,015 schools in UT.
Structured state assessment records for Glacier Hills Elementary show 39% math proficiency (2025 RISE) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 RISE). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 7.6
- UT avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Glacier Hills Elementary — Students at Glacier Hills Elementary score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
43.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores UT RISE (2024-25)
Based on 3 test records from UT state assessments. About our data
How Glacier Hills Elementary Compares
See how Glacier Hills Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1085 E 900 South, Sandy, UT 84094
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Glacier Hills Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Willow Canyon School (rated 9.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Peruvian Park School (rated 9.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Altara School (rated 8.3/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sandy, see our Sandy schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Diamond Ridge High School Sandy | 0.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Eastmont Middle Sandy | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Alta View School Sandy | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Willow Canyon School Sandy | 0.7 mi | 9.4 |
| THE WATERFORD SCHOOL Sandy | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| HILLTOP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sandy | 1.0 mi | — |
| Canyons Technical Education Center Sandy | 1.0 mi | — |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Sandy | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sandy | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sandy | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Silver Mesa School Sandy | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Special Ed Preschool Sandy | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Canyons Transition Academy Sandy | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Mt. Jordan Middle Sandy | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Alta High Sandy | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Altara School Sandy | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| East Sandy School Sandy | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Jordan High Sandy | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Sandy School Sandy | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Peruvian Park School Sandy | 1.9 mi | 9.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 84094 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,881
Median Home Value
$474,700
Median Rent
$1,851/mo
Population
28,277
College Educated
39.4%
Homeownership
76.8%
Avg Commute
22.8 min
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Median Age
35.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Glacier Hills Elementary
What grades does Glacier Hills Elementary serve?
Glacier Hills Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Glacier Hills Elementary?
Glacier Hills Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 593 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Glacier Hills Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Glacier Hills Elementary is 18.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Glacier Hills Elementary rank in UT?
Glacier Hills Elementary ranks #387 of 1,015 schools in UT.
What is Glacier Hills Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Glacier Hills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Glacier Hills Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Glacier Hills Elementary has 39% math proficiency (2025 RISE) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 RISE).
Is Glacier Hills Elementary a charter school?
No, Glacier Hills Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Glacier Hills Elementary a Title I school?
No, Glacier Hills Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Glacier Hills Elementary?
43.5% of students at Glacier Hills Elementary 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 593
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Salt Lake County
- Phone
- (801) 826-8500
Resources & Links
District
Canyons District- District Enrollment
- 33,196
- Schools in District
- 50
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,268
- District Rank
- #30 of 45
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