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Very Good

#200 of 1,015 schools in UT

Top 20% in state

Southland School

Elementary School · Jordan District

12675 S 2700 W, Riverton, UT 84065

Enrollment

614

Student-Teacher

19.2:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Utah schools

#200 of 1,015

In Riverton

#2 of 11

public schools

In district

#11 of 65

Jordan District

School environment

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Southland School

7.8/10

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

Riverton High

5.6/10

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5.5/10

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About Southland School

Southland School is a public elementary school in Riverton, UT, part of Jordan District. Southland School serves approximately 614 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Southland School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #200 of 1,015 schools in UT.

Structured state assessment records for Southland School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.4 pts above district
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.4
  • UT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.8Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.12 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.7Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency50.9% (2025 RISE)
Reading/ELA Proficiency53.4% (2025 RISE)
Overall Proficiency52% (2025 RISE, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2025 RISE)
vs. Expected+0.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,450
Chronic Absenteeism26.4%

Southland School — Students at Southland School score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

12.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores UT RISE (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 63.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 60.0% (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
78%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
88%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
49%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
58%
ELA
48%
2015
Math
58%
ELA
51%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
48%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
55%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
58%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
49%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
49%
2025
Math
50.9%
ELA
53.4%

* 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: 7.8/10.

How Southland School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.8/10
80th percentile in UT
Academic
7.7/10
Very Good
Growth
7.8/10
Very Good
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
13%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.4%

Location

12675 S 2700 W, Riverton, UT 84065

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Southland School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Summit Academy - Bluffdale (rated 8.8/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Bluffdale), which scores notably higher. Another option is Riverton School (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Hawthorn Academy South Jordan (rated 7.6/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby South Jordan), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Riverton, see our Riverton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Riverton High Riverton 0.3 mi 5.6
Oquirrh Hills Middle Riverton 0.3 mi 5.5
Preschool Riverton 1.0 mi 3.6
Kauri Sue Hamilton Riverton 1.0 mi 3.0
Riverton School Riverton 0.9 mi 7.9
OXFORD ACADEMY Riverton 0.8 mi
Rosamond School Riverton 1.0 mi 7.2
HOLY TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Riverton 1.2 mi
Rose Creek School Riverton 1.2 mi 7.0
North Star Academy Bluffdale 1.6 mi 5.4
ST ANDREW CATHOLIC SCHOOL Riverton 1.5 mi 7.1
Monte Vista School South Jordan 1.9 mi 7.1
Paradigm High School South Jordan 1.7 mi 6.6
Career Academy of Utah South Jordan 1.9 mi
Bluffdale School Bluffdale 2.0 mi 7.0
Summit Academy - Bluffdale Bluffdale 2.2 mi 8.8
STILLWATER ACADEMY South Jordan 2.1 mi
Hawthorn Academy South Jordan South Jordan 2.0 mi 7.6
ANTHEM PREPARATORY SCHOOL South Jordan 2.2 mi 7.4
South Hills Middle Riverton 1.9 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 84065 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$122,809

Median Home Value

$595,000

Median Rent

$1,783/mo

Population

50,284

College Educated

36%

Homeownership

85.8%

Avg Commute

23.9 min

Poverty Rate

3.3%

Median Age

35

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Liberty Hills Elementary Lehi, UT 7.8
Millville School Millville, UT 7.8
North Ogden School Ogden, UT 7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Southland School

What grades does Southland School serve?

Southland School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Southland School?

Southland School has an enrollment of approximately 614 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Southland School?

The student-teacher ratio at Southland School is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Southland School rank in UT?

Southland School ranks #200 of 1,015 schools in UT.

What is Southland School's MySchoolScout rating?

Southland School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Southland School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Southland School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Southland School a charter school?

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

Is Southland School a Title I school?

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

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

12.5% of students at Southland 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
64 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
20 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
614
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
12.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Salt Lake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.4%

District

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

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