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Cottonwood School

5205 HOLLADAY BLVD, SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84117

Top 10% School in Utah

Ranked 1 of 193 in Utah

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About Cottonwood School

Cottonwood Elementary School is a public school located in Salt Lake City, UT, serving pre-kindergarten through sixth grade. Approximately 343 students attend the school, which boasts a student-teacher ratio of 20:1, facilitated by a staff of roughly 18 full-time educators. The school provides a conventional academic curriculum, placing a significant focus on fundamental subjects. State assessment results indicate that 84% of students demonstrate proficiency in mathematics, while 74% achieve the same in reading, positioning the school significantly above both district and state benchmarks. The student body is almost 51% female and 49% male. Furthermore, roughly 12% of the student population comes from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. Demographically, the school's student body comes from a community that is relatively stable and less economically diverse. Cottonwood Elementary is ranked second among Utah elementary schools, based on state test results and how well students are prepared for later grades. Its students perform better than those in the Granite District, where 31% are proficient in reading and 34% in math. In addition, Cottonwood's students exceed the statewide proficiency rates of 41% in both subjects. Overall, Cottonwood Elementary School is recognized for its strong academic achievements, a stable learning environment, and consistent performance in key proficiency measures.

Cottonwood School Contact Information

Address

5205 HOLLADAY BLVD, SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84117

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Phone

(385) 646-4798

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 84%
Reading 74%
State average proficiency is 84% in Math and 74% in Reading.
18
Full-time Teachers
19 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
425
Total Students
$81194
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 1 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Cottonwood School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:35 AM to 3:20 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:20 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 91.7%
Asian 1%
Hispanic 3.4%
Black 1%
Two+ Races 3.4%
Native Am. 0%
White
91.7%
Asian
1%
Hispanic
3.4%
Black
1%
Two+ Races
3.4%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 425
48.3%
205 Female
51.7%
220 Male

Student Population

425 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Cottonwood Elementary School will hold its Holiday Sing-Along on December 12, 2025. Families are invited to enjoy festive songs and celebrate the season together.

FAQ

Q1. Does Cottonwood offer any special academic programs?

Ans. Yes—preschool classes and a gifted program.

Q2. How strong is the school’s academic performance?

Ans. Students score well above state averages in math and reading.

Q3. What is the school’s address?

Ans. 5205 Holladay Blvd, Salt Lake City, UT 84117.

Q4. How large is the student body?

Ans. The school enrolls about 300+ students.

Q5. Are support resources available for different learning needs?

Ans. Yes, including services for advanced learners.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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