Best 84121 Utah Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 8,245 students in 84121, UT (there are 3 private schools, serving 478 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 84121, UT are educated in public schools (compared to the UT state average of 97%).
The top-ranked public schools in 84121, UT are Oakwood School, Canyon View School and Butler School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 84121 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Utah public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 84121, UT have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Utah public schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Utah public school average of 31% (majority Hispanic).

Best 84121, UT Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oakwood School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
5815 S Highland Dr
Salt Lake City, UT 84121
(385) 646-4942
Gr: PK-6 | 580 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Canyon View School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
3050 E 7800 S
Salt Lake City, UT 84121
(801) 826-8050
Gr: K-5 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #33.
Butler School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
2700 E 7000 S
Salt Lake City, UT 84121
(801) 826-7975
Gr: K-5 | 600 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #44.
Woodstock School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
6015 S 1300 E
Salt Lake City, UT 84121
(385) 646-5108
Gr: PK-6 | 625 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #55.
Butler Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
7530 S 2700 E
Salt Lake City, UT 84121
(801) 826-6800
Gr: 6-8 | 913 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #66.
Academy For Math Engineering & Science
Magnet School
Charter School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
5715 S 1300 E
Salt Lake City, UT 84121
(801) 278-9460
Gr: 9-12 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #77.
Brighton High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2220 E 7695 S
Salt Lake City, UT 84121
(801) 826-5800
Gr: 8-12 | 2,435 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #88.
Bella Vista School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2131 E 7000 S
Salt Lake City, UT 84121
(801) 826-7825
Gr: K-5 | 219 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #99.
Ridgecrest School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1800 E 7200 S
Salt Lake City, UT 84121
(801) 826-9250
Gr: K-5 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #1010.
Cottonwood High School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
5715 S 1300 E
Salt Lake City, UT 84121
(385) 646-5264
Gr: 9-12 | 1,451 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 59%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 84121, UT?
The top-ranked public schools in 84121, UT include Oakwood School, Canyon View School and Butler School.
How many public schools are located in 84121?
10 public schools are located in 84121.
What percentage of students in 84121 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 84121 are educated in public schools (compared to the UT state average of 97%).
What is the racial composition of students in 84121?
84121 public schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Utah public schools average of 31% (majority Hispanic).

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