Below Average
#869 of 1,015 schools in UT
Olene Walker Elementary
Elementary School · Granite District
3225 S 800 E, Salt Lake City, UT 84106
Enrollment
674
Student-Teacher
29.3:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
674
Student-Teacher
29.3:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Utah schools
#869 of 1,015
In Salt Lake City
#79 of 89
public schools
In district
#58 of 84
Granite District
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Olene Walker Elementary
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About Olene Walker Elementary
Olene Walker Elementary is a public elementary school in Salt Lake City, UT, part of Granite District. Olene Walker Elementary serves approximately 674 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 29.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Olene Walker Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #869 of 1,015 schools in UT.
Structured state assessment records for Olene Walker Elementary show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.5
- UT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Olene Walker Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Olene Walker Elementary runs 29.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
33% of students at Olene Walker Elementary 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
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Olene Walker Elementary — Students at Olene Walker Elementary score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores UT RISE (2024-25)
Based on 29 test records from UT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.1/10.
How Olene Walker Elementary Compares
See how Olene Walker Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3225 S 800 E, Salt Lake City, UT 84106
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Olene Walker Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hawthorne School (rated 9.2/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Highland Park School (rated 8.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, William Penn School (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Salt Lake City, see our Salt Lake City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Nibley Park School Salt Lake City | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Granite Connection High Salt Lake City | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Lincoln School Salt Lake City | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Youth Educational Support School Salt Lake City | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Utah International Charter School South Salt Lake | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Granite Park Jr High Salt Lake City | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| CARDEN MEMORIAL SCHOOL Salt Lake City | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Blind Region 2 Salt Lake City | 1.2 mi | — |
| Jean Massieu School for the Deaf Salt Lake City | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| William Penn School Salt Lake City | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Utah Connections Academy Salt Lake City | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| KEARNS-SAINT ANN SCHOOL Salt Lake City | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Granite Technical Institute Salt Lake City | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Headstart Preschool Special Education Salt Lake City | 1.5 mi | — |
| James E. Moss School Salt Lake City | 1.8 mi | 3.3 |
| Woodrow Wilson School Salt Lake City | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Highland Park School Salt Lake City | 1.6 mi | 8.9 |
| Utah Virtual Academy Murray | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Highland High Salt Lake City | 2.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Hawthorne School Salt Lake City | 2.3 mi | 9.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 84106 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,452
Median Home Value
$529,100
Median Rent
$1,576/mo
Population
33,791
College Educated
56.9%
Homeownership
60.3%
Avg Commute
20.6 min
Poverty Rate
8.4%
Median Age
35.7
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|---|---|
| Coral Canyon School Washington, UT | 4.5 |
| Midvale School Midvale, UT | 4.5 |
| Roosevelt School Ogden, UT | 4.5 |
| Salem School Salem, UT | 4.5 |
| Terra Linda School West Jordan, UT | 4.5 |
| Timpanogos School Provo, UT | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Olene Walker Elementary
What grades does Olene Walker Elementary serve?
Olene Walker Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Olene Walker Elementary?
Olene Walker Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 674 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Olene Walker Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Olene Walker Elementary is 29.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Olene Walker Elementary rank in UT?
Olene Walker Elementary ranks #869 of 1,015 schools in UT.
What is Olene Walker Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Olene Walker Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Olene Walker Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Olene Walker Elementary has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Olene Walker Elementary a charter school?
No, Olene Walker Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Olene Walker Elementary a Title I school?
No, Olene Walker Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Olene Walker Elementary?
61.0% of students at Olene Walker Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 674
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 29.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Salt Lake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.5%
- Phone
- (385) 646-4996
Resources & Links
District
Granite District- District Enrollment
- 60,270
- Schools in District
- 86
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,000
- District Rank
- #58 of 84
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