Average
#602 of 1,015 schools in UT
Granite Connection High
School · Granite District
501 E 3900 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84107
Enrollment
513
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
513
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Utah schools
#602 of 1,015
In Salt Lake City
#58 of 89
public schools
In district
#30 of 84
Granite District
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Granite Connection High
Granite Connection High is a public school in Salt Lake City, UT, part of Granite District. Granite Connection High serves approximately 513 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Granite Connection High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #602 of 1,015 schools in UT.
Structured state assessment records for Granite Connection High show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- UT avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Granite Connection High sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
36% of students at Granite Connection High 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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Granite Connection High — Students at Granite Connection High score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores UT EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 25 test records from UT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.2/10.
How Granite Connection High Compares
See how Granite Connection High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
501 E 3900 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84107
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Granite Connection High may also want to explore other schools in the area. Jean Massieu School for the Deaf (rated 5.8/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Utah Virtual Academy (rated 5.7/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Murray), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Youth Educational Support School (rated 4.8/10, 0.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Salt Lake City, see our Salt Lake City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln School Salt Lake City | 0.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Youth Educational Support School Salt Lake City | 0.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Utah International Charter School South Salt Lake | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| James E. Moss School Salt Lake City | 0.8 mi | 3.3 |
| Utah Virtual Academy Murray | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Olene Walker Elementary Salt Lake City | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Granite Park Jr High Salt Lake City | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Nibley Park School Salt Lake City | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Parkside School Murray | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Granite Technical Institute Salt Lake City | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Headstart Preschool Special Education Salt Lake City | 2.0 mi | — |
| Woodrow Wilson School Salt Lake City | 2.1 mi | 5.0 |
| William Penn School Salt Lake City | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Wasatch Waldorf Charter School Holladay | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Blind Region 2 Salt Lake City | 1.9 mi | — |
| Jean Massieu School for the Deaf Salt Lake City | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Hillcrest Jr High Murray | 2.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Murray High Murray | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
| ST VINCENT DE PAUL PARISH SCHOOL Salt Lake City | 2.3 mi | 5.6 |
| VALOR PREPARATORY ACADEMY Murray | 2.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 84107 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,469
Median Home Value
$426,000
Median Rent
$1,387/mo
Population
37,548
College Educated
38%
Homeownership
47.2%
Avg Commute
20.2 min
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Median Age
35
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Granite Connection High
What grades does Granite Connection High serve?
Granite Connection High serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Granite Connection High?
Granite Connection High has an enrollment of approximately 513 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Granite Connection High?
The student-teacher ratio at Granite Connection High is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Granite Connection High rank in UT?
Granite Connection High ranks #602 of 1,015 schools in UT.
What is Granite Connection High's MySchoolScout rating?
Granite Connection High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Granite Connection High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Granite Connection High has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Granite Connection High a charter school?
No, Granite Connection High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Granite Connection High a Title I school?
No, Granite Connection High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Granite Connection High?
58.9% of students at Granite Connection High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 513
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.9%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Salt Lake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.9%
- Phone
- (385) 646-5435
- 4-Year Graduation
- 16.0%
Resources & Links
District
Granite District- District Enrollment
- 60,270
- Schools in District
- 86
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,000
- District Rank
- #30 of 84
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