Ridgecrest School

1800 E 7200 S
COTTONWOOD HEIGHTS, UT 84121

ridgecrest.canyonsdistrict.org/

491 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Ridgecrest Elementary School, located in Cottonwood Heights, Utah, is part of the Canyons School District. Serving students from kindergarten through fifth grade, the school is well-regarded for its commitment to academic excellence and its nurturing, community-focused environment. The school emphasizes a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for future success, often highlighting the integration of technology in the classroom and a strong focus on core subjects like literacy, mathematics, and science.

Beyond academics, Ridgecrest is known for its active school community and collaborative atmosphere between staff, parents, and students. The school frequently engages families through various extracurricular activities, school events, and a dedicated PTA, all aimed at fostering a supportive educational experience. Situated in a suburban setting, Ridgecrest prides itself on being a neighborhood hub that prioritizes student well-being, character development, and a lifelong love of learning.

491

Total Students

26.0

Full-Time Teachers

18.9

Student/Teacher Ratio

26.3%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Ridgecrest School
Demographic	Student Count
White	298
Hispanic	92
Black	4
Asian	24
Two or More	62
American Indian	6
Pacific Islander	5

White
298 (60.7%)
Hispanic
92 (18.7%)
Two or More
62 (12.6%)
Asian
24 (4.9%)
American Indian
6 (1.2%)
Pacific Islander
5 (1.0%)
Black
4 (0.8%)

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:	Canyons District
Phone:	(801)826-9250
Website:	http://ridgecrest.canyonsdistrict.org/
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	491
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	26.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	18.9
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	108
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	21

* 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 70

Grade 1 71

Grade 2 96

Grade 3 81

Grade 4 83

Grade 5 90