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#964 of 1,015 schools in UT

Oquirrh School

Elementary School · Jordan District

7165 S PADDINGTON ROAD, West Jordan, UT 84084

Enrollment

521

Student-Teacher

18:1

Score

3.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Utah schools

#964 of 1,015

In West Jordan

#31 of 32

public schools

In district

#62 of 65

Jordan District

School environment

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Oquirrh School

3.6/10

Elementary School in West Jordan · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Oquirrh School

Oquirrh School is a public elementary school in West Jordan, UT, part of Jordan District. Oquirrh School serves approximately 521 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Oquirrh School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #964 of 1,015 schools in UT.

Structured state assessment records for Oquirrh School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.8 pts below district
  • This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 6.4
  • UT avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

38% of students at Oquirrh 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 Progress2.0Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.4Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency19.4% (2025 RISE)
Reading/ELA Proficiency23.2% (2025 RISE)
Overall Proficiency21% (2025 RISE, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)30% (model expectation from 2025 RISE)
vs. Expected-9.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile15th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,450
Chronic Absenteeism38%

Oquirrh School — Students at Oquirrh School score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

55.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores UT RISE (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 40.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 39.0% (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
68%
ELA
71%
2010
Math
74%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
75%
ELA
79%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
68%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
35%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
30%
2015
Math
39%
ELA
29%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
29%
2017
Math
30%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
26%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
26%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
14%
ELA
20%
2021*
Math
14%
ELA
20%
2025
Math
19.4%
ELA
23.2%

* 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: 2.0/10.

How Oquirrh School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.6/10
5th percentile in UT
Academic
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.0/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
56%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
38.0%

Location

7165 S PADDINGTON ROAD, West Jordan, UT 84084

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oquirrh School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Westland School (rated 8.5/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fox Hills School (rated 7.7/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Salt Lake City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Calvin S. Smith School (rated 7.0/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Taylorsville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in West Jordan, see our West Jordan schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Westland School West Jordan 0.3 mi 8.5
Columbia School West Jordan 0.9 mi 3.2
LEARNING TREE-SOUTHWEST West Jordan 0.9 mi
Joel P. Jensen Middle West Jordan 1.2 mi 4.5
BENNION LEARNING CENTER Taylorsville 1.2 mi
West Jordan High West Jordan 1.3 mi 5.7
Fox Hills School Salt Lake City 1.5 mi 7.7
Terra Linda School West Jordan 1.6 mi 4.5
Bennion Jr High Taylorsville 1.5 mi 4.3
Bennion School Salt Lake City 1.8 mi 6.2
West Jordan Middle West Jordan 1.5 mi 5.2
Itineris Early College High West Jordan 1.9 mi 8.4
Majestic School West Jordan 1.5 mi 4.9
Calvin S. Smith School Taylorsville 1.7 mi 7.0
Westvale School West Jordan 2.1 mi 5.5
Navigator Pointe Academy West Jordan 1.8 mi 5.2
Kelsey Peak Virtual Middle West Jordan 2.0 mi 5.7
Rocky Peak Virtual School West Jordan 2.0 mi 5.0
Kings Peak High West Jordan 2.0 mi 5.7
Heartland School West Jordan 1.9 mi 4.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 84084 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$94,214

Median Home Value

$432,100

Median Rent

$1,658/mo

Population

31,389

College Educated

25.4%

Homeownership

73%

Avg Commute

22 min

Poverty Rate

7.8%

Median Age

33.9

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Academy Park School West Valley City, UT 3.7
Adelaide School Bountiful, UT 3.5
Hillsdale School West Valley City, UT 3.5
Taylorsville School Salt Lake City, UT 3.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oquirrh School

What grades does Oquirrh School serve?

Oquirrh School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Oquirrh School?

Oquirrh School has an enrollment of approximately 521 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Oquirrh School?

The student-teacher ratio at Oquirrh School is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Oquirrh School rank in UT?

Oquirrh School ranks #964 of 1,015 schools in UT.

What is Oquirrh School's MySchoolScout rating?

Oquirrh School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 Oquirrh School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Oquirrh School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Oquirrh School a charter school?

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

Is Oquirrh School a Title I school?

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

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

55.5% of students at Oquirrh 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
25 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
36 Some Transit
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
521
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
55.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Salt Lake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
38.0%

District

Jordan District
District Enrollment
59,145
Schools in District
69
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,450
District Rank
#62 of 65

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