Serving 1,208 students in grades 7-9, South Jordan Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 1,208 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Jordan Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
South Jordan Middle School's student population of 1,208 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
Total Students
1,208 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
South Jordan Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 975 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Jordan Middle School is 0.35, which is less 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
#202 out of 975 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)52%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)62%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
10%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
80%
71%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
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 South Jordan Middle School's ranking?
South Jordan Middle School is ranked #202 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend South Jordan Middle School?
1,208 students attend South Jordan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of South Jordan Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Jordan Middle School?
South Jordan Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does South Jordan Middle School offer ?
South Jordan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-9
What school district is South Jordan Middle School part of?
South Jordan Middle School is part of Jordan School District.
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