The top reported proficiency rate is 43% in Math. The lowest is 38% in Science.
Original Research by School Decision on Leadership Learning Academy
Leadership Learning Academy is a public charter school in Layton, Utah, serving kindergarten through sixth grade. It operates as its own school district, which means it functions independently of the larger Davis School District that surrounds it. The school is located in a residential area of Layton, a city that has grown from a farming community into a suburban hub shaped heavily by nearby Hill Air Force Base.
Academically, the school’s state testing results place it below the midpoint among districts in Davis County in overall proficiency across math, reading, and science. On the state’s RISE assessments, the share of students scoring proficient or above was lower than the county median. Because the school only serves elementary grades, there is no high school graduation rate to consider, and the available testing data covers only grades three through six. Families considering the school should be aware that its academic performance, as measured by these state tests, is not as strong as that of many other schools in the county. It may be worth asking the school directly about curriculum, instructional approaches, and any supports in place for students who are not yet meeting proficiency benchmarks.
Enrollment is moderate for an elementary school. The student body is predominantly White, with a substantial Hispanic minority and smaller shares of Asian, Black, multiracial, and Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander students. About a quarter of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, which is a relatively modest share compared to national averages. Data on students with disabilities and English learners was not available in the records reviewed, so a parent may want to inquire about those supports directly. The school’s charter status means it is a school of choice, and families choose to enroll from within and possibly beyond the immediate neighborhood.
The housing market in Layton is shaped by the broader Wasatch Front economy. Home values are broadly in line with the statewide median, and rental prices are comparable. The area has seen sustained growth driven by expansion at Hill Air Force Base, new retail development, and continued suburban residential building. Layton itself is a car-oriented city with a defined civic center and a major retail corridor. The largest employer by far is Hill Air Force Base, which also draws defense contractors and related industries. This gives the local economy a stable, employment-rich character that may appeal to families working in the defense sector or commuting to Salt Lake City or Ogden via FrontRunner rail service.
The school operates independently, and publicly reported information about recent district-level changes or strategic priorities was sparse. The school’s website and the charter authorizer may offer more detail on its educational model, any special programs, and how it approaches student support. As a kindergarten-through-sixth-grade charter, it offers a choice within the Layton area for families who want an alternative to the traditional neighborhood elementary schools in the Davis district. The academic results suggest that this choice may come with trade-offs in measured performance, and families would benefit from visiting the school and understanding its approach firsthand before making a decision.
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