Serving 285 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Montezuma Creek 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 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)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50% in UT)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montezuma Creek 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
Montezuma Creek School's student population of 285 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
285 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Montezuma Creek School is 0.08, 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)
10-14%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)15-19%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
96%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% UT state average).
How many students attend Montezuma Creek School?
285 students attend Montezuma Creek School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Montezuma Creek School students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Montezuma Creek School?
Montezuma Creek School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Montezuma Creek School offer ?
Montezuma Creek School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Montezuma Creek School part of?
Montezuma Creek School is part of San Juan School District.
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