- Draper School — Grades K–5 · 680 students
- Sunrise School — Grades K–5 · 647 students
- Midvale School — Grades K–5 · 644 students
- Midvalley School — Grades K–5 · 635 students
- Glacier Hills Elementary — Grades K–5 · 626 students
- Butler School — Grades K–5 · 600 students
- Willow Springs School — Grades K–5 · 562 students
- Peruvian Park School — Grades K–5 · 560 students
- Altara School — Grades K–5 · 560 students
- Alta View School — Grades K–5 · 556 students
- Silver Mesa School — Grades K–5 · 551 students
- Lone Peak School — Grades K–5 · 516 students
- Sandy School — Grades PK–5 · 514 students
- East Midvale School — Grades K–5 · 499 students
- Ridgecrest School — Grades K–5 · 491 students
- Oak Hollow School — Grades K–5 · 488 students
- Canyon View School — Grades K–5 · 471 students
- Crescent School — Grades K–5 · 468 students
- Quail Hollow School — Grades K–5 · 366 students
- East Sandy School — Grades K–5 · 364 students
- Brookwood School — Grades K–5 · 359 students
- Sprucewood School — Grades K–5 · 342 students
- Oakdale School — Grades K–5 · 340 students
- Copperview School — Grades K–5 · 328 students
- Park Lane School — Grades K–5 · 324 students
- + 4 more elementary schools
- Draper Park Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,411 students
- Indian Hills Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,072 students
- Albion Middle — Grades 6–8 · 943 students
- Butler Middle — Grades 6–8 · 913 students
- Union Middle — Grades 6–8 · 911 students
- Midvale Middle — Grades 6–8 · 802 students
- Mt. Jordan Middle — Grades 6–8 · 757 students
- Eastmont Middle — Grades 6–8 · 515 students
- Life Skills Academy — Grades 12–12 · 63 students
- Corner Canyon High — Grades 8–12 · 2,437 students
- Brighton High — Grades 8–12 · 2,435 students
- Hillcrest High — Grades 8–12 · 2,421 students
- Alta High — Grades 8–12 · 2,278 students
- Jordan High — Grades 8–12 · 1,820 students
- Diamond Ridge High School — Grades 6–12 · 184 students
- Jordan Valley School — Grades K–12 · 79 students
- Goldminer's Daughter — Grades K–8 · 11 students
- Canyons Technical Education Center — Grades 7–12 · 8 students
- Entrada — Grades K–12
- Canyons Virtual Academy — Grades 6–12
- Canyons Online — Grades K–8
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| Metric | Canyons School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 33,386 | 3,700 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 50 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $9,484/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 8/10 — Good | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canyons School District (this district) | 8/10 | 74th | 33,386 |
| Tooele School District | 2/10 | 11th | 24,055 |
| Duchesne School District | 2/10 | 16th | 5,435 |
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Ranked against 41 rated districts in UT → 74th percentile → 8/10.
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 Canyons School District
Families in zip code 84070 (Sandy, Utah) are assigned to Canyons School District for public education through 12th. This overview covers the district’s funding levels, scale, rating, and what to expect from the enrollment process if you’re moving to or within this zip code.
Understanding the 8/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Canyons School District 8 out of 10 — above average among Utah public school districts. 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.
Canyons School District earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in Utah. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 84070
Children in zip code 84070 are assigned to Canyons 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 84070, 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 Canyons School District at (801)826-5000 or visit www.canyonsdistrict.org. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. 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 Sandy
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Canyons School District serves zip code 84070, homes in and around zip code 84070 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 Canyons 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 84070.
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 Canyons School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 84070 data.