Salt Lake Center for Science Education

School Overview
The Salt Lake Center for Science Education (SLCSE), located in the Rose Park neighborhood of Salt Lake City, is a specialized secondary school operated by the Salt Lake City School District. The institution is recognized for its rigorous academic environment that focuses heavily on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). By fostering a partnership with local universities and research organizations, the school provides students with unique opportunities for hands-on field research, laboratory experience, and direct engagement with scientific professionals, which distinguishes it from a traditional high school curriculum.

Beyond its focus on science, SLCSE is characterized by its inclusive community and commitment to college readiness. The school maintains a smaller, more intimate learning environment that emphasizes personalized instruction and student-led inquiry. By blending academic challenge with a supportive culture, the Salt Lake Center for Science Education prepares its diverse student body for post-secondary success, aiming to cultivate the next generation of innovators and researchers through critical thinking and collaborative problem-solving.
368
Total Students
21.9
Full-Time Teachers
16.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
43.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Salt Lake Center for Science Education
Demographic Student Count
White175
Hispanic169
Black1
Asian5
Two or More16
American Indian1
  • White
    175 (47.7%)
  • Hispanic
    169 (46.0%)
  • Two or More
    16 (4.4%)
  • Asian
    5 (1.4%)
  • Black
    1 (0.3%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.3%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Salt Lake Center for Science Education
Phone: (801)578-8226
Website: http://slcse.slcschools.org
Grade Range: 6th - 12th
Total Students: 368
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 21.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 136
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 25
Grades Taught
Grade 9 100
Grade 10 99
Grade 11 88
Grade 12 81

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Salt Lake Center for Science Education
Grade Student Count
Grade 9100
Grade 1099
Grade 1188
Grade 1281
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Salt Lake Center for Science Education
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female15642.4%
Male21157.3%
Not Specified10.3%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)