The top reported proficiency rate is 57% in Math. The lowest is 38% in English language arts.
Original Research by School Decision on Huntington School
Huntington School is a public elementary school serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade in the small, rural town of Huntington, Utah. It is part of Emery District, which operates a stable group of schools serving the county. The district has not pursued major bond issues or tax increases in recent years, instead focusing on technology and facility improvements within its existing budget.
The school serves just over two hundred students, making it a relatively small elementary school. The student body is predominantly white, with a smaller Hispanic population and a small share of students identifying as two or more races. Slightly less than half of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a moderate level of economic need in the community. Huntington School reports limited data on special populations; the number of students receiving special education services or classified as English learners was not available in the data provided.
State assessment results offer a mixed picture. In math, more than half of students scored at or above the proficiency standard on the RISE assessment. Science proficiency was lower, though still close to half of students meeting the bar. English language arts proficiency was lower again, with well under half of students reaching the proficient level. A parent considering this school may want to follow up with the school directly for more context on these results, including how the school supports students in reading and writing. Multi-year trend data was not available, so it is not possible to say whether these scores represent an improvement or decline.
The town of Huntington itself is the largest in Emery County, though it remains a small community. Its economy has historically relied on coal mining and, more recently, on the energy sector, anchored by a major power plant built several decades ago. The town has seen population swings tied to these industries and is now in a period of relative stability. The commercial footprint is limited, with residents often driving north to the larger town of Price for shopping. Housing values in the area are below the state median and have been rising at a pace above the national average, though they remain more affordable than much of Utah. Streets follow a traditional grid with Main Street serving as the central spine. The town has parks, a rodeo ground, and access to outdoor recreation in nearby Huntington Canyon.
For a family, Huntington School offers a small, close-knit elementary setting in a community with a strong sense of place and a history tied to energy and agriculture. The test results suggest there are particular challenges in English language arts that are worth understanding better. The school is too early in the grade band to have a graduation rate, and with only one district in Emery County, comparisons to neighboring districts are not available. A parent seeking a rural, small-town elementary experience with a stable district and a mix of academic strengths and soft spots may find this school a reasonable fit, with the understanding that the town offers limited services and the district does not provide a broader set of high school programs or choice options within this single building.
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