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West Lake JR High

Middle School · Granite District

3400 S 3450 W, West Valley City, UT 84119

Enrollment

702

Student-Teacher

19.5:1

Score

5.1

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Utah schools

#775 of 1,015

In West Valley City

#17 of 35

public schools

In district

#40 of 84

Granite District

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West Lake JR High

5.1/10

Middle School in West Valley City · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.5/10

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4.0/10

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About West Lake JR High

West Lake JR High is a public middle school in West Valley City, UT, part of Granite District. West Lake JR High serves approximately 702 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio. West Lake JR High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #775 of 1,015 schools in UT.

Structured state assessment records for West Lake JR High show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • UT avg 5.8

What Parents Should Know

51% of students at West Lake JR High 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 Progress5.1Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.89 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.4Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18.8% (2025 RISE)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24.1% (2025 RISE)
Overall Proficiency21% (2025 RISE, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)23% (model expectation from 2025 RISE)
vs. Expected-1.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
Resources & Environment5.9Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,000
Chronic Absenteeism50.7%

West Lake JR High — Students at West Lake JR High score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

70.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores UT RISE (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 27.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 33.7% (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
50%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
50%
ELA
63%
2011
Math
50%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
64%
ELA
65%
2013
Math
17%
ELA
11%
2014
Math
18%
ELA
14%
2015
Math
20%
ELA
16%
2016
Math
19%
ELA
19%
2017
Math
20%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
18%
ELA
25%
2019
Math
18%
ELA
25%
2020*
Math
14%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
14%
ELA
22%
2025
Math
18.8%
ELA
24.1%

* 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: 5.1/10.

How West Lake JR High Compares

See how West Lake JR High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.1/10
24th percentile in UT
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
5.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
70%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
50.7%

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

3400 S 3450 W, West Valley City, UT 84119

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering West Lake JR High may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Vanguard Academy (rated 9.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Robert Frost School (rated 7.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, American Preparatory Academy - Accelerated School (rated 7.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in West Valley City, see our West Valley City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Hillsdale School West Valley City 0.4 mi 3.5
Granger High West Valley City 0.4 mi 4.0
American Preparatory Academy - Accelerated School West Valley City 0.4 mi 7.3
CHILDREN S CHRISTIAN SCHOOL West Valley City 0.5 mi
Pioneer School West Valley City 0.8 mi 5.4
Stansbury School West Valley City 0.9 mi 4.7
SMALL WORLD CHILD CARE West Valley City 1.3 mi
Rolling Meadows School West Valley City 1.2 mi 6.1
Philo T. Farnsworth School West Valley City 1.1 mi 5.8
Valley Jr High West Valley City 1.4 mi 5.7
Mana Academy Charter School West Valley City 1.4 mi 5.9
IQRA ACADEMY OF UTAH Salt Lake City 1.3 mi 7.0
Monroe School West Valley City 1.3 mi 4.2
Robert Frost School West Valley City 1.6 mi 7.8
East Hollywood High West Valley City 1.8 mi 3.8
Jackling School West Valley City 1.6 mi 4.7
DANCING MOOSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL West Valley City 1.8 mi 6.7
Granger School West Valley City 1.6 mi 3.6
Harry S. Truman School West Valley City 2.1 mi 5.0
Vanguard Academy West Valley City 1.8 mi 9.0

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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Central Davis Jr High Layton, UT 5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about West Lake JR High

What grades does West Lake JR High serve?

West Lake JR High serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend West Lake JR High?

West Lake JR High has an enrollment of approximately 702 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at West Lake JR High?

The student-teacher ratio at West Lake JR High is 19.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does West Lake JR High rank in UT?

West Lake JR High ranks #775 of 1,015 schools in UT.

What is West Lake JR High's MySchoolScout rating?

West Lake JR High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 West Lake JR High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, West Lake JR High has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is West Lake JR High a charter school?

No, West Lake JR High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is West Lake JR High a Title I school?

No, West Lake JR High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for West Lake JR High?

70.2% of students at West Lake JR High 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
56 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
45 Some Transit
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
702
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
70.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Salt Lake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
50.7%

District

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

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