- South Summit School — Grades PK–4 · 496 students
- Silver Summit School — Grades K–5 · 55 students
- South Summit Preschool — Grades PK–PK
- South Summit Middle — Grades 5–8 · 475 students
- South Summit High — Grades 9–12 · 486 students
- Silver Summit Academy — Grades 6–12 · 104 students
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| Metric | South Summit School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 1,717 | 3,700 | ↓ Smaller than avg |
| Number of Schools | 6 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $8,500/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 5/10 — Average | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Summit School District (this district) | 5/10 | 40th | 1,717 |
| Uintah School District | 5/10 | 43rd | 7,004 |
| Davis School District | 7/10 | 65th | 73,459 |
| Tooele School District | 2/10 | 11th | 24,055 |
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Ranked against 41 rated districts in UT → 40th percentile → 5/10.
Source: Utah State Board of Education RISE (grades 3–8) & Utah Aspire Plus (grades 9–10), Proficient or Highly Proficient, 2024–25 school year. Full methodology →
About South Summit School District
South Summit School District is the public school district assigned to zip code 84036 in South Summit, Utah. Serving students from Pre-K – 12th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 84036. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Understanding the 5/10 Rating
South Summit School District has earned an overall SchoolDistrictFinder rating of 5/10, placing it in the average tier. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Utah’s RISE and Utah Aspire Plus assessments (2024–25 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Utah is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
South Summit School District falls near the middle of Utah on state assessment results, with reading and math proficiency close to the state median. Average-rated districts provide foundational public education, and many families find they deliver solid day-to-day learning — particularly when parents stay engaged. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 84036
Children in zip code 84036 are assigned to South Summit School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 84036, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact South Summit School District at (435)783-4301 or visit www.ssummit.org. Typical enrollment documents include proof of residency (lease or deed plus a utility bill), your child’s birth certificate, current immunization records, and prior school records. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Utah districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Kamas
School district quality is one of the most consistent factors in residential home pricing. Because South Summit School District serves zip code 84036, homes in and around zip code 84036 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Utah, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support South Summit School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 84036.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with South Summit School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 84036 data.