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Hurricane School

Elementary School · Washington District

948 W 325 N, Hurricane, UT 84737

Enrollment

722

Student-Teacher

19:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Utah schools

#552 of 1,015

In Hurricane

#3 of 6

public schools

In district

#29 of 53

Washington District

School environment

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Hurricane School

6.2/10

Elementary School in Hurricane · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.8/10

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4.3/10

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About Hurricane School

Hurricane School is a public elementary school in Hurricane, UT, part of Washington District. Hurricane School serves approximately 722 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. Hurricane School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #552 of 1,015 schools in UT.

Structured state assessment records for Hurricane School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • UT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.86 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38.7% (2025 RISE)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42.8% (2025 RISE)
Overall Proficiency41% (2025 RISE, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2025 RISE)
vs. Expected+2.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile54th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,106
Chronic Absenteeism27%

Hurricane School — Students at Hurricane School score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

40.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores UT RISE (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 54.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 53.9% (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
67%
ELA
64%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
79%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
83%
ELA
85%
2013
Math
53%
ELA
49%
2014
Math
59%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
56%
ELA
55%
2016
Math
51%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
49%
ELA
45%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
40%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
40%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
38%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
38%
2025
Math
38.7%
ELA
42.8%

* 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: 5.2/10.

How Hurricane School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.2/10
46th percentile in UT
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
5.2/10
Average
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
40%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.0%

Location

948 W 325 N, Hurricane, UT 84737

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hurricane School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Horizon School (rated 8.4/10, 11.5 miles away, in nearby Washington), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mountain View Montessori (rated 8.3/10, 12.1 miles away, in nearby Washington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Majestic Fields School (rated 8.0/10, 12.4 miles away, in nearby Washington), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hurricane, see our Hurricane schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Valley Academy Hurricane 0.2 mi 7.8
Hurricane Middle Hurricane 0.6 mi 4.3
Hurricane High Hurricane 0.8 mi 6.1
Three Falls School Hurricane 1.2 mi 7.1
Hurricane Intermediate Hurricane 2.0 mi 5.4
LaVerkin School Laverkin 2.3 mi 5.8
SUNRISE ACADEMY La Verkin 2.6 mi 5.6
DIAMOND RANCH ACADEMY Hurricane 4.6 mi 6.4
Coral Canyon School Washington 8.2 mi 4.5
Horizon School Washington 11.5 mi 8.4
Washington School Washington 11.4 mi 6.8
Majestic Fields School Washington 12.4 mi 8.0
Mountain View Montessori Washington 12.1 mi 8.3
St. George Academy Washington 12.7 mi 7.2
Washington Fields Intermediate Washington 13.2 mi 8.1
Pine View High St. George 12.9 mi 5.3
Crimson Cliffs Middle Washington 13.4 mi 6.7
Riverside School Washington 13.2 mi 7.9
Crimson Cliffs High Washington 13.6 mi 8.2
Sandstone School St. George 13.1 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 84737 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,417

Median Home Value

$420,900

Median Rent

$1,239/mo

Population

23,477

College Educated

26.1%

Homeownership

73.4%

Avg Commute

22.7 min

Poverty Rate

10.7%

Median Age

41.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hurricane School

What grades does Hurricane School serve?

Hurricane School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Hurricane School?

Hurricane School has an enrollment of approximately 722 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hurricane School?

The student-teacher ratio at Hurricane School is 19:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hurricane School rank in UT?

Hurricane School ranks #552 of 1,015 schools in UT.

What is Hurricane School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hurricane School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Hurricane School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hurricane School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Hurricane School a charter school?

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

Is Hurricane School a Title I school?

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

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

40.4% of students at Hurricane 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
26 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
722
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
40.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Washington County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.0%

District

Washington District
District Enrollment
37,575
Schools in District
56
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,106
District Rank
#29 of 53

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