Serving 88 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bluff School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 88 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50% in UT)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bluff School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Bluff School's student population of 88 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
88 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Bluff School is 0.15, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)20-29%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
21:1
American Indian
92%
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
3%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
1%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% UT state average).
How many students attend Bluff School?
88 students attend Bluff School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Bluff School students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bluff School?
Bluff School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bluff School offer ?
Bluff School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Bluff School part of?
Bluff School is part of San Juan School District.
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