Very Good
#24 of 77 private schools in UT
Top 30% of private schools
The Mcgillis School
Elementary School
668 S 1300 E, Salt Lake City, UT 84102
Enrollment
386
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
386
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Utah private schools
#24 of 77
In Salt Lake City
#7 of 24
public schools
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The Mcgillis School
Elementary School in Salt Lake City · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The Mcgillis School
The Mcgillis School is a private elementary school in Salt Lake City, UT. The Mcgillis School serves approximately 386 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. The Mcgillis School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #24 of 77 private schools in UT.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- UT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 8.9:1 students to teachers, The Mcgillis School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Mcgillis School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow The Mcgillis School compares to 83 public schools serving similar grades in Salt Lake City, UT
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Mcgillis School (this school) | 7.0 |
| M. Lynn Bennion School | 3.4 |
| Uintah School | 9.1 |
| Emerson School | 7.9 |
| Wasatch School | 8.8 |
| Bonneville School | 9.3 |
| Salt Lake Center for Science Education Bryant | 7.0 |
| City Academy | 5.9 |
| Clayton Middle | 9.0 |
| Liberty School | 5.8 |
| Salt Lake Arts Academy | 7.4 |
| Hawthorne School | 9.2 |
| Open Classroom | 4.9 |
| Whittier School | 8.1 |
| Ensign School | 9.1 |
| Horizonte Instruction & Training Center | 8.0 |
| Utah Connections Academy | 5.6 |
| Indian Hills School | 9.5 |
| Dilworth School | 8.1 |
| Hillside Middle | 8.6 |
| Beacon Heights School | 9.0 |
Showing 20 of 83 schools. View all schools in Salt Lake City
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in UT.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in UT
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
668 S 1300 E, Salt Lake City, UT 84102
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Mcgillis School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bonneville School (rated 9.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hawthorne School (rated 9.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Uintah School (rated 9.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Salt Lake City, see our Salt Lake City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| East High Salt Lake City | 0.3 mi | 7.0 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Salt Lake City | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| JUDGE MEMORIAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Salt Lake City | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| ROWLAND HALL Salt Lake City | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| CARMEN B PINGREE CENTER Salt Lake City | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| ROWLAND HALL Salt Lake City | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| M. Lynn Bennion School Salt Lake City | 0.7 mi | 3.4 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE Salt Lake City | 0.9 mi | — |
| Uintah School Salt Lake City | 1.0 mi | 9.1 |
| Emerson School Salt Lake City | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Wasatch School Salt Lake City | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Salt Lake Center for Science Education Bryant Salt Lake City | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Bonneville School Salt Lake City | 1.2 mi | 9.3 |
| City Academy Salt Lake City | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| ST JOHN'S COMMUNITY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Salt Lake City | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Clayton Middle Salt Lake City | 1.5 mi | 9.0 |
| GARFIELD ACADEMY Salt Lake City | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| LOLIE ECCLES EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Salt Lake City | 1.5 mi | — |
| Hawthorne School Salt Lake City | 1.7 mi | 9.2 |
| Open Classroom Salt Lake City | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 84102 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,040
Median Home Value
$487,200
Median Rent
$1,305/mo
Population
19,145
College Educated
56%
Homeownership
24.4%
Avg Commute
18.6 min
Poverty Rate
27.8%
Median Age
29.6
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| Beehive Science & Technology Academy Elementary Sandy, UT | 7.0 |
| Canyon School Spanish Fork, UT | 7.0 |
| Odyssey Charter School American Fork, UT | 7.0 |
| Promontory School of Expeditionary Learning Perry, UT | 7.0 |
| Wellington School Wellington, UT | 7.0 |
| Century School Bear River City, UT | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Mcgillis School
What grades does The Mcgillis School serve?
The Mcgillis School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend The Mcgillis School?
The Mcgillis School has an enrollment of approximately 386 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Mcgillis School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Mcgillis School is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Mcgillis School rank in UT?
The Mcgillis School ranks #24 of 77 private schools in UT.
What is The Mcgillis School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Mcgillis School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Mcgillis School a private school?
Yes, The Mcgillis School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is The Mcgillis School a religious school?
No, The Mcgillis School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 386
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 169 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Salt Lake County
- Phone
- (801) 583-0094
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