Serving 469 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Howard R. Driggs School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Howard R. Driggs School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Howard R. Driggs School's student population of 469 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
469 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
5 acres
School Motto
The student first and always
School Rankings
Howard R. Driggs School ranks within the top 1% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Howard R. Driggs School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4 out of 957 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-84%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
4%
21%
Black
2%
1%
White
87%
69%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Howard R. Driggs School's ranking?
Howard R. Driggs School is ranked #4 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Howard R. Driggs School often compared to?
Howard R. Driggs Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morningside School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Howard R. Driggs School?
469 students attend Howard R. Driggs School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Howard R. Driggs School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Howard R. Driggs School?
Howard R. Driggs School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Howard R. Driggs School offer ?
Howard R. Driggs School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Howard R. Driggs School part of?
Howard R. Driggs School is part of Granite School District.
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