Golden Spike Elementary School serves 851 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 851 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50% in UT)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Golden Spike Elementary School's student population of 851 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
851 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Golden Spike Elementary School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
14%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
80%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Golden Spike Elementary School?
851 students attend Golden Spike Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Golden Spike Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Golden Spike Elementary School?
Golden Spike Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Golden Spike Elementary School offer ?
Golden Spike Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Golden Spike Elementary School part of?
Golden Spike Elementary School is part of Box Elder School District.
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