Carden Memorial School was first established in an old red brick house at 288 North Main St.
in 1969 by Donald and Anna Lou Jeffs with a student body of forty.
The school is today, in 2008-2009, entering its 40th year with an enrollment of nearly 400 students in grades Junior Kindergarten through the 8th grade in the former Highland Park School located at 1452 East 2700 South.
Carden Memorial School is a traditional day school which is based upon the philosophy and teaching techniques of the late Mae Carden who conducted training courses in California over a period of several years which the directors and teachers attended.
She also made annual visits to the school for the purpose of demonstration teaching until shortly before her death in 1977 at the age of 82.
At this time the school's name was changed to Carden Memorial School.
We still have on the faculty, teachers who attended Carden courses or were students who remember Miss Carden's annual visits.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked UT School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Carden Memorial School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
310 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Carden Memorial School was first established in an old red brick house at 288 North Main St. in 1969 by Donald and Anna Lou Jeffs with a student body of forty. The school is today, in 2008-2009, entering its 40th year with an enrollment of nearly 400 students in grades Junior Kindergarten through the 8th grade in the former Highland Park School located at 1452 East 2700 South. Carden Memorial School is a traditional day school which is based upon the philosophy and teaching techniques of the late Mae Carden who conducted training courses in California over a period of several years which the directors and teachers attended. She also made annual visits to the school for the purpose of demonstration teaching until shortly before her death in 1977 at the age of 82. At this time the school's name was changed to Carden Memorial School. We still have on the faculty, teachers who attended Carden courses or were students who remember Miss Carden's annual visits.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carden Memorial School's ranking?
Carden Memorial School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Utah for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Carden Memorial School?
The application deadline for Carden Memorial School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Carden Memorial School located?
Carden Memorial School is located in the Sugar House neighborhood of Salt Lake City, UT. There are 3 other private schools located in Sugar House.
School Reviews
5 5/15/2017
My children loved attending Carden Memorial School, and I loved the academically-stimulating environment, the emphasis on character and respect, and the strong liberal arts program. When they advanced to high school, my son and daughter were well prepared for AP and honors classes, and I consistently received compliments from their teachers about what intelligent, courteous students they were. I attribute their maturity and manners to Carden.
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