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#985 of 1,015 schools in UT

Northlake School

Elementary School · Tooele District

268 N COLEMAN, Tooele, UT 84074

Enrollment

638

Student-Teacher

19.3:1

Score

3.4

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Utah schools

#985 of 1,015

In Tooele

#9 of 13

public schools

In district

#20 of 24

Tooele District

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Northlake School

3.4/10

Elementary School in Tooele · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Tooele JR High

5.2/10

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5.1/10

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About Northlake School

Northlake School is a public elementary school in Tooele, UT, part of Tooele District. Northlake School serves approximately 638 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 19.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Northlake School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #985 of 1,015 schools in UT.

Structured state assessment records for Northlake School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.7 pts below district
  • This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.1
  • UT avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

35% of students at Northlake 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 Progress2.3Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.8 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.2Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22.4% (2025 RISE)
Reading/ELA Proficiency23.8% (2025 RISE)
Overall Proficiency23% (2025 RISE, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2025 RISE)
vs. Expected-11.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile13th
Resources & Environment6.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$8,733
Chronic Absenteeism35%

Northlake School — Students at Northlake School score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

46.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores UT RISE (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 47.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 47.3% (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
73%
ELA
76%
2010
Math
74%
ELA
83%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
65%
ELA
79%
2013
Math
38%
ELA
36%
2014
Math
48%
ELA
39%
2015
Math
44%
ELA
41%
2016
Math
44%
ELA
36%
2017
Math
36%
ELA
34%
2018
Math
39%
ELA
36%
2019
Math
39%
ELA
36%
2020*
Math
33%
ELA
28%
2021*
Math
33%
ELA
28%
2025
Math
22.4%
ELA
23.8%

* 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: 2.3/10.

How Northlake School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.4/10
3th percentile in UT
Academic
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.6/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
47%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
35.0%

Location

268 N COLEMAN, Tooele, UT 84074

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Northlake School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bonneville Academy (rated 7.4/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Stansbury Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sterling School (rated 7.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Old Mill School (rated 6.8/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Stansbury Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tooele, see our Tooele schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Tooele Jr High Tooele 0.5 mi 5.2
Tooele High Tooele 0.5 mi 5.1
West School Tooele 0.7 mi 5.6
Blue Peak High Tooele 0.9 mi 6.8
Digital Education Center Tooele 0.9 mi 2.7
Scholar Academy Tooele 1.3 mi 6.0
Settlement Canyon School Tooele 1.6 mi 3.2
ST MARGUERITE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Tooele 1.6 mi 5.9
Sterling School Tooele 1.6 mi 7.2
Overlake School Tooele 2.2 mi 3.3
Clarke N. Johnsen Jr High Tooele 2.2 mi 5.9
Copper Canyon School Tooele 2.1 mi 3.2
Middle Canyon School Tooele 2.1 mi 6.7
Excelsior Academy Erda 4.6 mi 5.8
ALPINE ACADEMY - MOUNTAIN VIEW CAMPUS Erda 5.2 mi 7.7
Stansbury High Stansbury Park 6.2 mi 5.3
Rose Springs School Stansbury Park 6.4 mi 5.5
Stansbury Park School Stansbury Park 7.0 mi 5.8
Bonneville Academy Stansbury Park 7.1 mi 7.4
Old Mill School Stansbury Park 8.0 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 84074 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$102,313

Median Home Value

$383,300

Median Rent

$1,197/mo

Population

57,470

College Educated

23.9%

Homeownership

83.3%

Avg Commute

30 min

Poverty Rate

4.2%

Median Age

32.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Northlake School

What grades does Northlake School serve?

Northlake School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Northlake School?

Northlake School has an enrollment of approximately 638 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Northlake School?

The student-teacher ratio at Northlake School is 19.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Northlake School rank in UT?

Northlake School ranks #985 of 1,015 schools in UT.

What is Northlake School's MySchoolScout rating?

Northlake School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 Northlake School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Northlake School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Northlake School a charter school?

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

Is Northlake School a Title I school?

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

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

46.7% of students at Northlake 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
Transit Score
15 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
638
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Tooele County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
35.0%

District

Tooele District
District Enrollment
16,087
Schools in District
27
Per-Pupil Spending
$8,733
District Rank
#20 of 24

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