For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 6,875 students in Magna, UT.
The top-ranked public schools in Magna, UT are Copper Hills School, Pleasant Green School and Cyprus High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Magna, UT public schools have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Utah public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Magna have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Utah public schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Utah public school average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Magna, UT (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Copper Hills School
Magnet School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7635 W 3715 S
Magna, UT 84044
(385) 646-4792
Magna, UT 84044
(385) 646-4792
Gr: PK-6 | 432 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Pleasant Green School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8201 W 2700 S
Magna, UT 84044
(385) 646-4972
Magna, UT 84044
(385) 646-4972
Gr: PK-6 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #33.
Cyprus High School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8623 W 3000 S
Magna, UT 84044
(385) 646-5300
Magna, UT 84044
(385) 646-5300
Gr: 9-12 | 2,762 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #44.
Elk Run Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3550 S Helen Dr
Magna, UT 84044
(385) 646-4786
Magna, UT 84044
(385) 646-4786
Gr: PK-6 | 714 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #55.
Entheos Academy Magna
Charter School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2606 S 7200 W
Magna, UT 84044
(801) 250-5233
Magna, UT 84044
(801) 250-5233
Gr: K-9 | 475 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #66.
Scott M Matheson Jr High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3650 S Montclair St
Magna, UT 84044
(385) 646-5290
Magna, UT 84044
(385) 646-5290
Gr: 7-8 | 1,051 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #77.
Lake Ridge School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7400 W 3400 S
Magna, UT 84044
(385) 646-4888
Magna, UT 84044
(385) 646-4888
Gr: PK-6 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #88.
Magna School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8500 W 3100 S
Magna, UT 84044
(385) 646-4900
Magna, UT 84044
(385) 646-4900
Gr: PK-6 | 549 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Magna, UT?
The top-ranked public schools in Magna, UT include Copper Hills School, Pleasant Green School and Cyprus High School.
How many public schools are located in Magna?
8 public schools are located in Magna.
What is the racial composition of students in Magna?
Magna public schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Utah public schools average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Magna are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Magna include: Pleasant Green School vs. Elk Run Elementary School, Magna School vs. Elk Run Elementary School, Pleasant Green School vs. Magna School
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