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Minersville School

Elementary School · Beaver District

450 S 200 W P O BOX 189, Minersville, UT 84752

Virtual

Enrollment

80

Student-Teacher

13.3:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Utah schools

#511 of 1,015

In Minersville

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#6 of 7

Beaver District

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Minersville School

6.3/10

Elementary School in Minersville · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.2/10

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About Minersville School

Minersville School is a public elementary school in Minersville, UT, part of Beaver District. Minersville School serves approximately 80 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Minersville School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #511 of 1,015 schools in UT.

Structured state assessment records for Minersville School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • UT avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 80 students, Minersville School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Minersville School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

35% of students at Minersville 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 Progress3.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-3.31 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics8.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency50% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+18.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,347
Chronic Absenteeism35%

Minersville School — Students at Minersville School score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

53.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores UT EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 64.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 61.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 24 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
92%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
54.5%
ELA
54.5%
2015
Math
54.5%
ELA
54.5%
2016
Math
54.5%
ELA
54.5%
2017
Math
64.5%
ELA
54.5%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
54.5%
ELA
44.5%
2021*
Math
54.5%
ELA
44.5%

* 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: 3.7/10.

How Minersville School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.3/10
50th percentile in UT
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
54%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
6 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
35.0%

Location

450 S 200 W P O BOX 189, Minersville, UT 84752

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Minersville School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Gateway Preparatory Academy (rated 7.5/10, 32.7 miles away, in nearby Enoch), which scores notably higher. Another option is Belknap School (rated 7.3/10, 16.9 miles away, in nearby Beaver), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Milford School (rated 7.2/10, 13.8 miles away, in nearby Milford), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Minersville, see our Minersville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 38.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Minersville School Minersville 0.0 mi 8.9
Milford School Milford 13.8 mi 7.2
Milford High Milford 13.9 mi 6.9
Beaver Preschool Beaver 16.2 mi 3.6
Beaver High Beaver 16.3 mi 7.2
Belknap School Beaver 16.9 mi 7.3
Parowan High Parowan 25.6 mi 6.8
Parowan School Parowan 25.7 mi 6.6
RENEWED HOPE RANCH ACADEMY Cedar City 29.9 mi
Enoch School Enoch 31.3 mi 5.8
Three Peaks Pre School Cedar City 31.8 mi 3.9
Three Peaks School Cedar City 31.9 mi 4.7
Gateway Preparatory Academy Enoch 32.7 mi 7.5
Fiddlers Canyon School Cedar City 34.9 mi 6.5
Canyon View High Cedar City 35.0 mi 6.6
HAVENWOOD SCHOOLS Cedar City 35.1 mi 6.9
Canyon View Middle Cedar City 35.1 mi 6.5
Panguitch School Panguitch 37.7 mi 6.1
Garfield Online Panguitch 37.8 mi 4.1
Panguitch High Panguitch 38.1 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 84752 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$85,313

Median Home Value

$233,900

Median Rent

$1,107/mo

Population

979

College Educated

13.8%

Homeownership

92%

Poverty Rate

10.2%

Median Age

34.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Minersville School

What grades does Minersville School serve?

Minersville School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Minersville School?

Minersville School has an enrollment of approximately 80 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Minersville School?

The student-teacher ratio at Minersville School is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Minersville School rank in UT?

Minersville School ranks #511 of 1,015 schools in UT.

What is Minersville School's MySchoolScout rating?

Minersville School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Minersville School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Minersville School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Minersville School a charter school?

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

Is Minersville School a Title I school?

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

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

53.8% of students at Minersville 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
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
80
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
6
Free/Reduced Lunch
53.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Beaver County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
35.0%

District

Beaver District
District Enrollment
1,509
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,347
District Rank
#6 of 7

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