South Jordan Middle

www.sjms.jordan.k12.ut.us/

1,182 Students

Middle School 7th - 9th

School Overview

South Jordan Middle School is a prominent public school located in South Jordan, Utah, serving students within the Jordan School District. As a middle school, it focuses on providing a comprehensive educational experience for students in grades 7 through 9. The school is known for fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, social development, and personal responsibility as students transition from elementary school to high school.

The school offers a diverse range of extracurricular activities, including athletics, arts, and various student clubs, which allow students to explore their interests and build community. By utilizing a curriculum aligned with state standards, South Jordan Middle School strives to prepare its students for future academic success while maintaining a culture of inclusivity and engagement. Its location in the growing city of South Jordan makes it a central hub for families seeking a balanced approach to education that prioritizes both intellectual achievement and student well-being.

1,182

Total Students

50.6

Full-Time Teachers

23.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

12.1%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for South Jordan Middle
Demographic	Student Count
White	935
Hispanic	130
Black	6
Asian	28
Two or More	53
American Indian	5
Pacific Islander	25

White
935 (79.1%)
Hispanic
130 (11.0%)
Two or More
53 (4.5%)
Asian
28 (2.4%)
Pacific Islander
25 (2.1%)
Black
6 (0.5%)
American Indian
5 (0.4%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Middle School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Jordan District
Phone:	(801)412-2900
Website:	http://www.sjms.jordan.k12.ut.us/
Grade Range:	7th - 9th
Total Students:	1,182
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	50.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	23.4
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	104
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	39

* 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

Grade 7 390

Grade 8 388

Grade 9 404