Serving 757 students in grades 6-7, Lava Ridge Intermediate 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 39% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 757 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lava Ridge Intermediate's student population of 757 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
Total Students
757 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Motto
Be Kind, Touch Gold, Be a Gila.
School Rankings
Lava Ridge Intermediate ranks within the bottom 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lava Ridge Intermediate is 0.49, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#520 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)56%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
25%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
67%
71%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 is Lava Ridge Intermediate's ranking?
Lava Ridge Intermediate is ranked #520 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Lava Ridge Intermediate often compared to?
Lava Ridge Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Tonaquint Intermediate, Vista School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Lava Ridge Intermediate?
757 students attend Lava Ridge Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Lava Ridge Intermediate students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lava Ridge Intermediate?
Lava Ridge Intermediate has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Lava Ridge Intermediate offer ?
Lava Ridge Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 6-7
What school district is Lava Ridge Intermediate part of?
Lava Ridge Intermediate is part of Washington School District.
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