Valley Jr High vs West Lake Jr High
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Utah, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Valley Jr High
West Valley City · Public middle · Grades 7–8
546 students
West Lake Jr High
West Valley City · Public middle · Grades 7–8
724 students
| Measure | Valley Jr High West Valley City, Utah | West Lake Jr High West Valley City, Utah |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #137 of 141 | #136 of 141 |
| National rank | #14501 of 15,369 | #14228 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 546 | 724 |
| Enrollment | 546 | 724 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 63.2% | 64.2% |
| Students per teacher | 22.8 | 21.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 20% | 25% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 18% |
| city | West Valley City | West Valley City |
| state | Utah | Utah |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Lake Jr High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (17.3 vs 15.5).
- •West Lake Jr High does better on reading proficiency (25% vs 20%).
- •Valley Jr High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63.2% vs 64.2%).
- •West Lake Jr High does better on students per teacher (21.3 vs 22.8).
- •West Lake Jr High is the larger school with 724 students compared with 546.
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 Valley Jr High better than West Lake Jr High?
On the Success Index (US), West Lake Jr High ranks higher (17.3 vs 15.5 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 Valley Jr High and West Lake Jr High?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between West Valley City and West Valley City in Utah.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Valley Jr High: 546. West Lake Jr High: 724. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Valley Jr High and West Lake Jr High rank in Utah?
Valley Jr High is 137th of 141 and West Lake Jr High is 136th of 141 among middle schools in Utah on the 2025 Success Index (US).