Jackling School

Jackling School is an elementary school located in West Valley City, Utah, serving students from pre-kindergarten through sixth grade. With a total enrollment of 449 students and a student-teacher ratio of 22.4:1, the school provides a relatively large learning environment with support from 20 full-time equivalent teachers. Jackling School’s academic performance currently sits in the lower quartile among Utah schools, according to MySchoolScout's rating system, with an overall score of 4.3 out of 10 and an academic score of 1.5 out of 10.

The proficiency rates for ELA/Reading, Math, and Science are 18%, 15%, and 20% respectively, indicating areas where the school is focusing on student development. The school is situated in a large suburban setting, offering students access to community resources and activities while maintaining a close-knit feel within its neighborhood. Despite its current academic standing, Jackling School continues to work towards improving educational outcomes for all its students.

While current test scores at Jackling School are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

The student-teacher ratio at Jackling School is 22.4:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.