Below Average
#922 of 1,015 schools in UT
Plymouth School
Elementary School · Granite District
5220 S 1470 W, Salt Lake City, UT 84123
Enrollment
542
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
542
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Utah schools
#922 of 1,015
In Salt Lake City
#82 of 89
public schools
In district
#66 of 84
Granite District
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Plymouth School
Elementary School in Salt Lake City · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Plymouth School
Plymouth School is a public elementary school in Salt Lake City, UT, part of Granite District. Plymouth School serves approximately 542 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 18.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Plymouth School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #922 of 1,015 schools in UT.
Structured state assessment records for Plymouth School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 5.5
- UT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
54% of students at Plymouth 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
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Plymouth School — Students at Plymouth School score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.9%
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: 4.2/10.
How Plymouth School Compares
See how Plymouth School 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
5220 S 1470 W, Salt Lake City, UT 84123
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Plymouth School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Viewmont School (rated 8.4/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Murray), which scores notably higher. Another option is Grant School (rated 8.0/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Murray), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Horizon School (rated 7.8/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Murray), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Salt Lake City, see our Salt Lake City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hartvigsen School Taylorsville | 0.1 mi | 2.8 |
| Taylorsville High Taylorsville | 0.3 mi | 4.7 |
| WASATCH CANYONS ACADEMY AT PRIMARY CHILDRENS HOSP Salt Lake City | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| PRINCE OF PEACE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Salt Lake City | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Vista School Taylorsville | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| KIDS WORLD ACADEMY Taylorsville | 1.2 mi | — |
| Eisenhower Jr High Taylorsville | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| REALMS OF INQUIRY Taylorsville | 1.2 mi | — |
| Horizon School Murray | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| John C. Fremont School Taylorsville | 1.5 mi | 3.4 |
| Viewmont School Murray | 1.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Calvin S. Smith School Taylorsville | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Riverview Jr High Murray | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Taylorsville School Salt Lake City | 1.7 mi | 3.7 |
| Bennion Jr High Taylorsville | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
| VALOR PREPARATORY ACADEMY Murray | 1.6 mi | — |
| Grant School Murray | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Bennion School Salt Lake City | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Heartland School West Jordan | 2.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Harry S. Truman School West Valley City | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 84123 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,079
Median Home Value
$436,600
Median Rent
$1,416/mo
Population
36,913
College Educated
28.5%
Homeownership
58.5%
Avg Commute
20.6 min
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Median Age
34.3
Similar Schools
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|---|---|
| Falcon Ridge School West Jordan, UT | 4.0 |
| Franklin School Provo, UT | 4.0 |
| Orchard Hills School Santaquin, UT | 4.0 |
| Timpanogos Academy Lindon, UT | 4.0 |
| Ashley School Vernal, UT | 4.1 |
| Garfield Online Panguitch, UT | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Plymouth School
What grades does Plymouth School serve?
Plymouth School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Plymouth School?
Plymouth School has an enrollment of approximately 542 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Plymouth School?
The student-teacher ratio at Plymouth School is 18.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Plymouth School rank in UT?
Plymouth School ranks #922 of 1,015 schools in UT.
What is Plymouth School's MySchoolScout rating?
Plymouth School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Plymouth School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Plymouth School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Plymouth School a charter school?
No, Plymouth School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Plymouth School a Title I school?
No, Plymouth School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Plymouth School?
64.9% of students at Plymouth 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 542
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Salt Lake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.9%
- Phone
- (385) 646-4978
Resources & Links
District
Granite District- District Enrollment
- 60,270
- Schools in District
- 86
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,000
- District Rank
- #66 of 84
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