Oquirrh School

schools.jordandistrict.org/oquirrh/

458 Students

Elementary School K - 6th

School Overview

Oquirrh Elementary School is a public school located in West Jordan, Utah, serving students within the Jordan School District. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and the cultivation of essential life skills. By focusing on a well-rounded curriculum, the school aims to prepare its diverse student body for future success, encouraging both individual achievement and a collaborative community spirit.

The school operates with a focus on student-centered instruction, supported by a dedicated faculty and staff who prioritize the needs of each learner. Families at Oquirrh Elementary benefit from a variety of resources provided by the Jordan School District, including clear communication channels and opportunities for parental involvement. Through its emphasis on excellence in education and a welcoming campus culture, Oquirrh Elementary strives to be a cornerstone of the West Jordan community, helping young students build a strong foundation for their educational journey.

458

Total Students

26.0

Full-Time Teachers

17.6

Student/Teacher Ratio

67.5%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Oquirrh School
Demographic	Student Count
White	200
Hispanic	172
Black	10
Asian	14
Two or More	23
American Indian	3
Pacific Islander	36

White
200 (43.7 %)
Hispanic
172 (37.6 %)
Pacific Islander
36 (7.9 %)
Two or More
23 (5.0 %)
Asian
14 (3.1 %)
Black
10 (2.2 %)
American Indian
3 (0.7 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Jordan District
Phone:	(801)565-7474
Website:	http://schools.jordandistrict.org/oquirrh/
Grade Range:	K - 6th
Total Students:	458
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	26.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	17.6
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	252
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	57

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 77

Grade 1 60

Grade 2 57

Grade 3 61

Grade 4 61

Grade 5 60

Grade 6 82