Calvin S. Smith School vs Westland School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Utah, United States, 2.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Calvin S. Smith School
Taylorsville ยท Public elementary ยท Grades PKโ6
525 students
Westland School
West Jordan ยท Public elementary ยท Grades Kโ6
595 students
| Measure | Calvin S. Smith School Taylorsville, Utah | Westland School West Jordan, Utah |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #209 of 580 | #208 of 580 |
| National rank | #18826 of 50,301 | #18817 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PKโ6 | Grades Kโ6 |
| Students | 525 | 595 |
| Enrollment | 525 | 595 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 19.4% | 31.9% |
| Students per teacher | 25.0 | 21.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 54% | 56% |
| city | Taylorsville | West Jordan |
| state | Utah | Utah |
| Website | โ | โ |
The verdict
- โขBoth schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (59.0 vs 59.1).
- โขWestland School does better on math proficiency (56% vs 54%).
- โขWestland School does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 53%).
- โขCalvin S. Smith School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (19.4% vs 31.9%).
- โขWestland School does better on students per teacher (21.3 vs 25.0).
- โขWestland School is the larger school with 595 students compared with 525.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Calvin S. Smith School better than Westland School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Calvin S. Smith School and Westland School?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Taylorsville and West Jordan in Utah.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Calvin S. Smith School: 525. Westland School: 595. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Calvin S. Smith School and Westland School rank in Utah?
Calvin S. Smith School is 209th of 580 and Westland School is 208th of 580 among elementary schools in Utah on the 2025 Success Index (US).