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West School

Elementary School · Tooele District

451 W 300 S, Tooele, UT 84074

Enrollment

271

Student-Teacher

16.9:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Utah schools

#689 of 1,015

In Tooele

#6 of 13

public schools

In district

#12 of 24

Tooele District

School environment

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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West School

5.6/10

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

Tooele JR High

5.2/10

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5.1/10

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About West School

West School is a public elementary school in Tooele, UT, part of Tooele District. West School serves approximately 271 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. West School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #689 of 1,015 schools in UT.

Structured state assessment records for West School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.1
  • UT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.93 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.4Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22.7% (2025 RISE)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.1% (2025 RISE)
Overall Proficiency30% (2025 RISE, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2025 RISE)
vs. Expected-8.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile25th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$8,733
Chronic Absenteeism24%

West School — Students at West School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

39.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores UT RISE (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 37.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 42.7% (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
65%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
65%
ELA
70%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
68%
2012
Math
63%
ELA
65%
2013
Math
27%
ELA
33%
2014
Math
30%
ELA
30%
2015
Math
36%
ELA
33%
2016
Math
24%
ELA
24%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
23%
2018
Math
20%
ELA
29%
2019
Math
20%
ELA
29%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2025
Math
22.7%
ELA
38.2%

* 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: 5.0/10.

How West School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.6/10
32th percentile in UT
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
5.0/10
Average
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
39%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.0%

Location

451 W 300 S, Tooele, UT 84074

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering West School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bonneville Academy (rated 7.4/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Stansbury Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sterling School (rated 7.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Old Mill School (rated 6.8/10, 8.7 miles away, in nearby Stansbury Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tooele, see our Tooele schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Tooele Jr High Tooele 0.3 mi 5.2
Tooele High Tooele 0.4 mi 5.1
Northlake School Tooele 0.7 mi 3.4
Blue Peak High Tooele 0.7 mi 6.8
Digital Education Center Tooele 0.7 mi 2.7
Settlement Canyon School Tooele 1.0 mi 3.2
Sterling School Tooele 1.5 mi 7.2
ST MARGUERITE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Tooele 1.5 mi 5.9
Scholar Academy Tooele 1.9 mi 6.0
Copper Canyon School Tooele 2.7 mi 3.2
Overlake School Tooele 2.9 mi 3.3
Middle Canyon School Tooele 2.5 mi 6.7
Clarke N. Johnsen Jr High Tooele 3.0 mi 5.9
Excelsior Academy Erda 5.3 mi 5.8
ALPINE ACADEMY - MOUNTAIN VIEW CAMPUS Erda 5.8 mi 7.7
Stansbury High Stansbury Park 7.0 mi 5.3
Rose Springs School Stansbury Park 7.1 mi 5.5
Stansbury Park School Stansbury Park 7.8 mi 5.8
Bonneville Academy Stansbury Park 7.8 mi 7.4
Old Mill School Stansbury Park 8.7 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 84074 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$102,313

Median Home Value

$383,300

Median Rent

$1,197/mo

Population

57,470

College Educated

23.9%

Homeownership

83.3%

Avg Commute

30 min

Poverty Rate

4.2%

Median Age

32.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about West School

What grades does West School serve?

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

How many students attend West School?

West School has an enrollment of approximately 271 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at West School?

The student-teacher ratio at West School is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does West School rank in UT?

West School ranks #689 of 1,015 schools in UT.

What is West School's MySchoolScout rating?

West School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, West School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is West School a charter school?

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

Is West School a Title I school?

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

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

39.1% of students at West 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
16 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
14 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
271
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Free/Reduced Lunch
39.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Tooele County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.0%

District

Tooele District
District Enrollment
16,087
Schools in District
27
Per-Pupil Spending
$8,733
District Rank
#12 of 24

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