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#888 of 1,015 schools in UT

H Guy Child School

Elementary School · Weber District

655 E 5500 S, Ogden, UT 84405

Enrollment

412

Student-Teacher

19.6:1

Score

4.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Utah schools

#888 of 1,015

In Ogden

#43 of 49

public schools

In district

#39 of 47

Weber District

School environment

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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H Guy Child School

4.4/10

Elementary School in Ogden · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.0/10

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About H Guy Child School

H Guy Child School is a public elementary school in Ogden, UT, part of Weber District. H Guy Child School serves approximately 412 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio. H Guy Child School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #888 of 1,015 schools in UT.

Structured state assessment records for H Guy Child School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.9 pts below district
  • This school 4.4 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • UT avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

34% of students at H Guy Child School 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.39 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.8Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency28.5% (2025 RISE)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27.5% (2025 RISE)
Overall Proficiency28% (2025 RISE, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2025 RISE)
vs. Expected-11.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile19th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,770
Chronic Absenteeism33.5%

H Guy Child School — Students at H Guy Child School score 28% 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

36.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores UT RISE (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 51.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 49.3% (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
77%
2010
Math
81%
ELA
73%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
79%
2012
Math
83%
ELA
80%
2013
Math
44%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
39%
ELA
41%
2015
Math
44%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
45%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
39%
ELA
38%
2018
Math
45%
ELA
43%
2019
Math
45%
ELA
43%
2020*
Math
39%
ELA
31%
2021*
Math
39%
ELA
31%
2025
Math
28.5%
ELA
27.5%

* 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: 3.5/10.

How H Guy Child School Compares

See how H Guy Child School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.4/10
13th percentile in UT
Academic
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
37%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.5%

Location

655 E 5500 S, Ogden, UT 84405

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering H Guy Child School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Burch Creek School (rated 8.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Shadow Valley School (rated 8.0/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Good Foundations Academy (rated 7.8/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Riverdale), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ogden, see our Ogden schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
South Ogden Jr High Ogden 0.2 mi 4.0
Bonneville High Ogden 1.0 mi 5.7
T.H. Bell Jr High Ogden 1.0 mi 3.6
Roosevelt School Ogden 1.0 mi 4.5
NEW DISCOVERY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Ogden 1.3 mi
PROVIDENCE MONTESSORI South Ogden 1.1 mi 5.3
Washington Terrace School Ogden 1.3 mi 6.1
Burch Creek School Ogden 1.5 mi 8.0
Shadow Valley School Ogden 1.4 mi 8.0
CHILDRENS CLASSIC #2 South Ogden 1.5 mi
WASATCH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL South Ogden 2.0 mi 5.7
BEREAN BAPTIST ACADEMY Ogden 2.2 mi
South Weber School South Weber 2.3 mi 6.0
No. UT. Acad. of Math Engineering & Science Ogden Ogden 2.5 mi 9.6
Uintah School Ogden 2.1 mi 4.5
Utah Military Academy Riverdale 2.2 mi 6.6
Liberty Elementary School Ogden 2.9 mi 7.5
Odyssey School Ogden 2.9 mi 5.2
Good Foundations Academy Riverdale 2.3 mi 7.8
Wasatch School Ogden 3.0 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 84405 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,488

Median Home Value

$386,500

Median Rent

$1,266/mo

Population

34,931

College Educated

30.6%

Homeownership

76.1%

Avg Commute

22.2 min

Poverty Rate

6.8%

Median Age

32.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about H Guy Child School

What grades does H Guy Child School serve?

H Guy Child School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend H Guy Child School?

H Guy Child School has an enrollment of approximately 412 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at H Guy Child School?

The student-teacher ratio at H Guy Child School is 19.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does H Guy Child School rank in UT?

H Guy Child School ranks #888 of 1,015 schools in UT.

What is H Guy Child School's MySchoolScout rating?

H Guy Child School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 H Guy Child School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, H Guy Child School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is H Guy Child School a charter school?

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

Is H Guy Child School a Title I school?

No, H Guy Child School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for H Guy Child School?

36.9% of students at H Guy Child 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
37 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
32 Some Transit
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
412
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
36.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Weber County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.5%

District

Weber District
District Enrollment
32,443
Schools in District
52
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,770
District Rank
#39 of 47

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