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Valley Crest School
Elementary School · Granite District
5240 W 3100 S, West Valley City, UT 84120
Enrollment
446
Student-Teacher
20.3:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
446
Student-Teacher
20.3:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Utah schools
#1,001 of 1,015
In West Valley City
#33 of 35
public schools
In district
#80 of 84
Granite District
School environment
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Valley Crest School
Elementary School in West Valley City · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Valley Crest School
Valley Crest School is a public elementary school in West Valley City, UT, part of Granite District. Valley Crest School serves approximately 446 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 20.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Valley Crest School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,001 of 1,015 schools in UT.
Structured state assessment records for Valley Crest School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.5
- UT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Valley Crest School runs 20.3:1 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.
37% of students at Valley Crest 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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Valley Crest School — Students at Valley Crest School score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores UT EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 26 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: 1.6/10.
How Valley Crest School Compares
See how Valley Crest 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
5240 W 3100 S, West Valley City, UT 84120
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Valley Crest School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Neil Armstrong Academy (rated 7.2/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby West Valley), which scores notably higher. Another option is West Valley School (rated 6.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Esperanza School (rated 6.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in West Valley City, see our West Valley City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Neil Armstrong Academy West Valley | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Esperanza School West Valley City | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Monticello Academy West Valley City | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Wallace Stegner Academy West Valley West Valley City | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| West Valley School West Valley City | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Monroe School West Valley City | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Whittier School West Valley City | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Ascent Academies of Utah - West Valley West Valley City | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Jackling School West Valley City | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| DANCING MOOSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL West Valley City | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Hunter Jr High West Valley City | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Hunter High West Valley City | 1.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Hunter School West Valley City | 2.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Philo T. Farnsworth School West Valley City | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Hillside School West Valley City | 2.0 mi | 5.4 |
| John F. Kennedy Jr High West Valley City | 2.3 mi | 3.7 |
| Gearld Wright School Salt Lake City | 1.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Academy Park School West Valley City | 2.5 mi | 3.7 |
| Douglas T. Orchard School West Valley City | 2.1 mi | 4.9 |
| American Preparatory Academy - Accelerated School West Valley City | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 84120 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,847
Median Home Value
$370,800
Median Rent
$1,434/mo
Population
50,589
College Educated
14.8%
Homeownership
75.6%
Avg Commute
21.9 min
Poverty Rate
12.8%
Median Age
30.9
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| Columbia School West Jordan, UT | 3.2 |
| Copper Canyon School Tooele, UT | 3.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Valley Crest School
What grades does Valley Crest School serve?
Valley Crest School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Valley Crest School?
Valley Crest School has an enrollment of approximately 446 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Valley Crest School?
The student-teacher ratio at Valley Crest School is 20.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Valley Crest School rank in UT?
Valley Crest School ranks #1,001 of 1,015 schools in UT.
What is Valley Crest School's MySchoolScout rating?
Valley Crest School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 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 Valley Crest School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Valley Crest School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Valley Crest School a charter school?
No, Valley Crest School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Valley Crest School a Title I school?
No, Valley Crest School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Valley Crest School?
50.4% of students at Valley Crest 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 446
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Salt Lake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.2%
- Phone
- (385) 646-5061
Resources & Links
District
Granite District- District Enrollment
- 60,270
- Schools in District
- 86
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,000
- District Rank
- #80 of 84
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