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#958 of 1,015 schools in UT

Taylorsville School

Elementary School · Granite District

2010 W 4230 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84119

Enrollment

427

Student-Teacher

23.7:1

Score

3.7

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Utah schools

#958 of 1,015

In Salt Lake City

#85 of 89

public schools

In district

#71 of 84

Granite District

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Taylorsville School

3.7/10

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

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5.2/10

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3.4/10

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About Taylorsville School

Taylorsville School is a public elementary school in Salt Lake City, UT, part of Granite District. Taylorsville School serves approximately 427 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 23.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Taylorsville School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #958 of 1,015 schools in UT.

Structured state assessment records for Taylorsville School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.8 pts below district
  • This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.5
  • UT avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Taylorsville School runs 23.7:1 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.

34% of students at Taylorsville 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 Progress3.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.43 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.6Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23% (2025 RISE)
Reading/ELA Proficiency20.4% (2025 RISE)
Overall Proficiency22% (2025 RISE, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)29% (model expectation from 2025 RISE)
vs. Expected-7.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile17th
Resources & Environment4.7Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio23.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,000
Chronic Absenteeism33.7%

Taylorsville School — Students at Taylorsville School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

58.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores UT RISE (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 37.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 37.9% (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
74%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
68%
2011
Math
63%
ELA
63%
2012
Math
65%
ELA
61%
2013
Math
23%
ELA
19%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
26%
2015
Math
24%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
24%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
31%
2018
Math
28%
ELA
33%
2019
Math
28%
ELA
33%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2025
Math
23%
ELA
20.4%

* 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: 3.4/10.

How Taylorsville School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.7/10
6th percentile in UT
Academic
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.7/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
59%
Teaching Staff
24:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2010 W 4230 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84119

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Taylorsville School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Robert Frost School (rated 7.8/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby West Valley City), which scores notably higher. Another option is IQRA ACADEMY OF UTAH (rated 7.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rolling Meadows School (rated 6.1/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby West Valley City), 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
Eisenhower Jr High Taylorsville 0.5 mi 5.2
John C. Fremont School Taylorsville 0.5 mi 3.4
Granger School West Valley City 0.9 mi 3.6
IQRA ACADEMY OF UTAH Salt Lake City 0.8 mi 7.0
PRINCE OF PEACE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Salt Lake City 0.9 mi 5.5
Vista School Taylorsville 1.1 mi 5.1
Rolling Meadows School West Valley City 1.0 mi 6.1
Valley Jr High West Valley City 1.2 mi 5.7
Harry S. Truman School West Valley City 1.3 mi 5.0
Hartvigsen School Taylorsville 1.6 mi 2.8
Taylorsville High Taylorsville 1.7 mi 4.7
REALMS OF INQUIRY Taylorsville 1.4 mi
Plymouth School Salt Lake City 1.7 mi 4.0
Pioneer School West Valley City 1.6 mi 5.4
Stansbury School West Valley City 2.0 mi 4.7
Robert Frost School West Valley City 1.6 mi 7.8
Vanguard Academy West Valley City 2.3 mi 9.0
SMALL WORLD CHILD CARE West Valley City 1.7 mi
Arcadia School Taylorsville 1.9 mi 4.4
Endeavor Hall West Valley City 2.3 mi 2.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 84119 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,616

Median Home Value

$341,800

Median Rent

$1,418/mo

Population

50,745

College Educated

16.5%

Homeownership

54.7%

Avg Commute

21.2 min

Poverty Rate

16%

Median Age

28.8

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East Midvale School Midvale, UT 3.8
Mary W. Jackson School Salt Lake City, UT 3.8
North Star School Salt Lake City, UT 3.8
Thomas W. Bacchus School Kearns, UT 3.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Taylorsville School

What grades does Taylorsville School serve?

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

How many students attend Taylorsville School?

Taylorsville School has an enrollment of approximately 427 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Taylorsville School?

The student-teacher ratio at Taylorsville School is 23.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Taylorsville School rank in UT?

Taylorsville School ranks #958 of 1,015 schools in UT.

What is Taylorsville School's MySchoolScout rating?

Taylorsville School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Taylorsville School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Taylorsville School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Taylorsville School a charter school?

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

Is Taylorsville School a Title I school?

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

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

58.5% of students at Taylorsville 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
55 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
43 Some Transit
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
427
Student-Teacher Ratio
23.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
58.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Salt Lake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.7%

District

Granite District
District Enrollment
60,270
Schools in District
86
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,000
District Rank
#71 of 84

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