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#492 of 1,015 schools in UT
Top 48% in state
Based on limited data
Golden Spike Elementary
Elementary School · Box Elder District
730 East 300 North, Brigham City, UT 84302
Enrollment
851
Student-Teacher
20.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
851
Student-Teacher
20.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Utah schools
#492 of 1,015
In Brigham City
#3 of 7
public schools
In district
#9 of 18
Box Elder District
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Golden Spike Elementary
Elementary School in Brigham City · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Golden Spike Elementary
Golden Spike Elementary is a public elementary school in Brigham City, UT, part of Box Elder District. Golden Spike Elementary serves approximately 851 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 20.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Golden Spike Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #492 of 1,015 schools in UT.
Structured state assessment records for Golden Spike Elementary show 40% math proficiency (2025 RISE) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 RISE). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- UT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Golden Spike Elementary runs 20.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
37% of students at Golden Spike Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Golden Spike Elementary — Students at Golden Spike Elementary score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
39%
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 Golden Spike Elementary Compares
See how Golden Spike Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
730 East 300 North, Brigham City, UT 84302
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Golden Spike Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lomond View School (rated 8.4/10, 13.3 miles away, in nearby Ogden), which scores notably higher. Another option is Three Mile Creek School (rated 7.4/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Perry), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Century School (rated 7.1/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Bear River City), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Brigham City, see our Brigham City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Box Elder Middle Brigham City | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| NEW HORIZONS ACADEMY Brigham City | 0.7 mi | — |
| Sunrise High School Brigham City | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Discovery School Brigham City | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Box Elder High Brigham City | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Lake View School Brigham City | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| TRIUMPH ACADEMY Brigham City | 1.5 mi | — |
| Young Intermediate Brigham City | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| CATALYST PREPARATORY ACADEMY Brigham City | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Three Mile Creek School Perry | 4.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Promontory School of Expeditionary Learning Perry | 4.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Willard School Willard | 7.7 mi | 4.3 |
| ELIAS ACADEMY Wellsville | 7.3 mi | — |
| Wellsville School Wellsville | 9.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Century School Bear River City | 9.4 mi | 7.1 |
| UINTA ACADEMY Wellsville | 10.8 mi | 5.5 |
| South Cache Middle School Hyrum | 10.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Lincoln School Hyrum | 11.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Lomond View School Ogden | 13.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Weber High Ogden | 13.4 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 84302 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,247
Median Home Value
$343,100
Median Rent
$957/mo
Population
26,711
College Educated
30.4%
Homeownership
71.8%
Avg Commute
21.7 min
Poverty Rate
8.6%
Median Age
34.3
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|---|---|
| Antelope School Clearfield, UT | 6.4 |
| Arrowhead School Santa Clara, UT | 6.4 |
| Butterfield Canyon School Herriman, UT | 6.4 |
| Manila School Pleasant Grove, UT | 6.4 |
| Oak Leaf Elementary Herriman, UT | 6.4 |
| Summit School Smithfield, UT | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Golden Spike Elementary
What grades does Golden Spike Elementary serve?
Golden Spike Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Golden Spike Elementary?
Golden Spike Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 851 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Golden Spike Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Golden Spike Elementary is 20.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Golden Spike Elementary rank in UT?
Golden Spike Elementary ranks #492 of 1,015 schools in UT.
What is Golden Spike Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Golden Spike Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Golden Spike Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Golden Spike Elementary has 40% math proficiency (2025 RISE) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 RISE).
Is Golden Spike Elementary a charter school?
No, Golden Spike Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Golden Spike Elementary a Title I school?
No, Golden Spike Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Golden Spike Elementary?
39.0% of students at Golden Spike 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 851
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 39.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Box Elder County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.0%
- Phone
- (435) 515-5500
Resources & Links
District
Box Elder District- District Enrollment
- 12,578
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,287
- District Rank
- #9 of 18
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