Serving 205 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Riley School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 205 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riley School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Riley School's student population of 205 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
205 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Riley School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riley School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#927 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)10-14%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)10-14%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
59%
20%
Black
7%
1%
White
15%
71%
Hawaiian
12%
1%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riley School's ranking?
Riley School is ranked #927 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Riley School often compared to?
Riley Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Backman School, Meadowlark School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Riley School?
205 students attend Riley School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Riley School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 12% of students are Hawaiian, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riley School?
Riley School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Riley School offer ?
Riley School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Riley School part of?
Riley School is part of Salt Lake School District.
In what neighborhood is Riley School located?
Riley School is located in the Glendale neighborhood of Salt Lake City, UT. There are 5 other public schools located in Glendale.
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