Oquirrh School is an elementary school in West Jordan, Utah, serving students from kindergarten to 6th grade as part of the Jordan School District. Despite its diverse student population, the school consistently underperforms compared to the district and state in academic achievement.
Oquirrh School's academic performance is a significant concern, with proficiency rates in English Language Arts, math, and science well below the Jordan District and Utah state averages. For example, in the 2023-2024 school year, only 17.4% of 3rd-grade students at Oquirrh were proficient or better in ELA, compared to 43.9% in the district and 46.7% statewide. The school has been ranked in the bottom 10-15% of Utah elementary schools by SchoolDigger for several years, with a 0-star rating. Additionally, Oquirrh has a high percentage of students from low socioeconomic backgrounds, with 50.22% receiving free or reduced-price lunch, which is significantly higher than the state average.
When comparing Oquirrh School to nearby schools in the Jordan District, the underperformance is even more evident. For instance, Westland School, just 0.33 miles away, consistently outperforms Oquirrh in academic proficiency, with over 50% of students proficient in ELA, math, and science. The reasons for Oquirrh's struggles are complex, but the high student-teacher ratio and lower spending per student compared to some nearby schools may be contributing factors.
Oquirrh School ranks in the bottom 6.4% of Utah elementary schools.
Jordan District
In the 2023-24 school year, 521 students attended Oquirrh School.
Students who attend Oquirrh School usually go on to attend:Middle : Joel P. Jensen MiddleHigh : West Jordan High
Students at Oquirrh School are 41% White, 39% Hispanic, 8% Pacific Islander, 5% Two or more races, 4% Asian, 2% African American, 1% American Indian.