The top reported proficiency rate is 87% in Science. The lowest is 77% in Math.
Original Research by School Decision on Howard R. Driggs School
Howard R. Driggs School is an elementary school in the southeast part of Salt Lake City, serving pre‑kindergarten through sixth grade as part of the Granite District. It is a traditional public school, not a charter or magnet, and it does not appear to operate as a Title I school. Because it serves only elementary grades, there is no graduation rate and no high‑school‑level data to report.
Academically, the school performs well on the state’s RISE assessments. In the most recent years for which results are available, a large share of students scored proficient or above in math, in English language arts, and in science—the science proficiency rate is notably high. When the school’s overall proficiency across tested subjects and grades is compared with other school districts in Salt Lake County, it falls in the top quartile. That is a strong showing for an elementary school. The school does not offer advanced placement or career‑technical coursework, as those are beyond its grade band, and no specific program offerings such as gifted or dual‑language tracks were reported in the available data, so families should check with the school directly for any special programming.
The student body is small enough that most families in the attendance area will know one another. The population is predominantly white, with small shares of Asian, Hispanic, and multiracial students and even smaller numbers of Black and Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander students. The share of students who qualify for free or reduced‑price meals is low, which typically correlates with a higher‑income attendance zone. Data on students with disabilities and English learners was not provided, so a parent may want to ask the school about those support resources.
The school sits in a part of Salt Lake City that is established and well‑heeled. Home values in the zip code are substantially above the state median, and rents are elevated as well. That combination points to a neighborhood where housing turnover is limited and families tend to stay put. The broader Salt Lake City area continues to see new development and population growth, as publicly reported, but the immediate area around the school is likely built out and stable. Walkability and access to city amenities such as TRAX light rail, parks, and libraries are part of the appeal of the east bench.
The Granite District is a large, urban‑suburban system. Publicly reported news indicates the district has pursued bond and referendum measures in recent years to fund facilities and programs, though specific outcomes or current priorities were not detailed in the data provided for this school. Parents should be aware that as part of a sizable district, Howard R. Driggs School operates within a central administration that sets curriculum, staffing, and boundaries.
For a family, this school offers strong academic results in the tested elementary grades, a peer group with a relatively high socioeconomic profile, and a location in one of Salt Lake City’s more affluent neighborhoods. Housing costs in the area reflect that advantage. The absence of reported data on special education and English learner services, as well as on discipline and attendance, means a parent should confirm those details with the school if they are priorities.
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