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#897 of 1,015 schools in UT

Heartland School

Elementary School · Jordan District

1451 W 7000 S, West Jordan, UT 84084

Enrollment

439

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

4.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Utah schools

#897 of 1,015

In West Jordan

#28 of 32

public schools

In district

#59 of 65

Jordan District

School environment

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Heartland School

4.3/10

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

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4.9/10

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5.2/10

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About Heartland School

Heartland School is a public elementary school in West Jordan, UT, part of Jordan District. Heartland School serves approximately 439 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Heartland School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #897 of 1,015 schools in UT.

Structured state assessment records for Heartland School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.1 pts below district
  • This school 4.3 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • UT avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

49% of students at Heartland 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 Progress2.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.61 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.2Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20.9% (2025 RISE)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25.2% (2025 RISE)
Overall Proficiency23% (2025 RISE, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 RISE)
vs. Expected-3.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,450
Chronic Absenteeism48.5%

Heartland School — Students at Heartland School score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

63.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores UT RISE (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 40.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 40.0% (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
68%
ELA
74%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
66%
2011
Math
70%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
70%
ELA
63%
2013
Math
36%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
43%
ELA
33%
2015
Math
40%
ELA
39%
2016
Math
30%
ELA
30%
2017
Math
29%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
25%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
25%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
20%
ELA
25%
2021*
Math
20%
ELA
25%
2025
Math
20.9%
ELA
25.2%

* 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: 2.7/10.

How Heartland School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.3/10
12th percentile in UT
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
64%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
48.5%

Location

1451 W 7000 S, West Jordan, UT 84084

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Heartland School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Westland School (rated 8.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Viewmont School (rated 8.4/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Murray), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Grant School (rated 8.0/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Murray), which scores notably higher. For more schools in West Jordan, see our West Jordan schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Majestic School West Jordan 0.7 mi 4.9
West Jordan Middle West Jordan 0.8 mi 5.2
Kelsey Peak Virtual Middle West Jordan 1.1 mi 5.7
Rocky Peak Virtual School West Jordan 1.1 mi 5.0
Kings Peak High West Jordan 1.1 mi 5.7
KIDS WORLD ACADEMY Taylorsville 1.1 mi
Calvin S. Smith School Taylorsville 1.4 mi 7.0
WASATCH CANYONS ACADEMY AT PRIMARY CHILDRENS HOSP Salt Lake City 1.7 mi 6.6
South Valley School West Jordan 1.7 mi 7.9
Grant School Murray 1.6 mi 8.0
Bennion Jr High Taylorsville 1.8 mi 4.3
Riverview Jr High Murray 1.9 mi 7.1
Westland School West Jordan 1.6 mi 8.5
LEARNING TREE-SOUTHWEST West Jordan 1.7 mi
Riverside School West Jordan 2.1 mi 6.7
Viewmont School Murray 2.0 mi 8.4
West Jordan High West Jordan 1.9 mi 5.7
Taylorsville High Taylorsville 2.2 mi 4.7
Westvale School West Jordan 2.1 mi 5.5
Plymouth School Salt Lake City 2.3 mi 4.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 84084 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$94,214

Median Home Value

$432,100

Median Rent

$1,658/mo

Population

31,389

College Educated

25.4%

Homeownership

73%

Avg Commute

22 min

Poverty Rate

7.8%

Median Age

33.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Heartland School

What grades does Heartland School serve?

Heartland School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Heartland School?

Heartland School has an enrollment of approximately 439 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Heartland School?

The student-teacher ratio at Heartland School is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Heartland School rank in UT?

Heartland School ranks #897 of 1,015 schools in UT.

What is Heartland School's MySchoolScout rating?

Heartland School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Heartland School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Heartland School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Heartland School a charter school?

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

Is Heartland School a Title I school?

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

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

63.6% of students at Heartland 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
64 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
36 Some Transit
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
439
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
63.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Salt Lake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
48.5%

District

Jordan District
District Enrollment
59,145
Schools in District
69
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,450
District Rank
#59 of 65

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