Glacier Hills Elementary vs Willow Canyon School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Utah, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Glacier Hills Elementary
Sandy · Public elementary · Grades K–5
626 students
Willow Canyon School
Sandy · Public elementary · Grades K–5
303 students
| Measure | Glacier Hills Elementary Sandy, Utah | Willow Canyon School Sandy, Utah |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 79 Top 25% |
| State rank | #298 of 580 | #14 of 580 |
| National rank | #24048 of 50,301 | #5705 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 626 | 303 |
| Enrollment | 626 | 303 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.5% | 21.8% |
| Students per teacher | 20.2 | 21.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 75% |
| Math proficiency | – | 82% |
| city | Sandy | Sandy |
| state | Utah | Utah |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Willow Canyon School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (78.8 vs 51.6).
- •Willow Canyon School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21.8% vs 37.5%).
- •Glacier Hills Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.2 vs 21.6).
- •Glacier Hills Elementary is the larger school with 626 students compared with 303.
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 Glacier Hills Elementary better than Willow Canyon School?
On the Success Index (US), Willow Canyon School ranks higher (78.8 vs 51.6 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Glacier Hills Elementary and Willow Canyon School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Sandy and Sandy in Utah.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Glacier Hills Elementary: 626. Willow Canyon School: 303. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Glacier Hills Elementary and Willow Canyon School rank in Utah?
Glacier Hills Elementary is 298th of 580 and Willow Canyon School is 14th of 580 among elementary schools in Utah on the 2025 Success Index (US).