Vibrant neighborhoods and successful schools are a core part of life in Daybreak. Our schools sit inside the neighborhoods so the vast majority of kids can walk—by design.
Schools in Daybreak
Daybreak includes two K–6 public elementary schools—Daybreak Elementary and Eastlake Elementary—plus a K–9 public charter school, Early Light Academy.
The plan anticipates additional schools as the community grows, including a recently purchased school site in Creekside Village designed to accommodate both an elementary school and Daybreak’s first middle school.
Middle & High School: Students currently attend Copper Mountain Middle School and Herriman High School—both less than 10 minutes from Daybreak by car.
Walkability by Design
Planned around the 5‑minute rule, Daybreak places everyday needs—including schools—within a short stroll. According to a University of Utah study, more than 70% of Daybreak students walk to school at least once a week. That reduces emissions from idling cars in drop‑off lines and builds healthy habits early. Kids can safely walk and bike to school, and parents save time otherwise spent in carpool queues.
The close connection between home and school also encourages parent involvement. Volunteers can pop into classrooms, join special programs, and engage with school staff more easily when school is a walk away.
“With our community and parent involvement in the schools, the students in Daybreak always do well.” — Kyle Hansen, Principal, Eastlake Elementary
For third‑party snapshots, check GreatSchools.org (historically, Daybreak Elementary and Eastlake Elementary were each rated 8/10, and Early Light Academy 7/10 at the time of publication).
Daybreak Elementary
Located in Founder’s Park Village, Daybreak Elementary is among the first elementary schools in Utah with an attached recreation center—the Daybreak Community Center. The school focuses on Literacy, Writing, and Language Arts and is part of the Jordan School District. Students in grades K–6 attend on a modified year‑round track. Learn more.
Eastlake Elementary
Situated in Eastlake Village, Eastlake Elementary features a two‑story design with large classroom windows, collaboration kivas, a welcoming media center, a spacious gym with stage, and a computer lab. The school sits next to a large park with soccer, tennis, basketball, and swimming facilities.
Eastlake takes a global approach to learning. Beginning in first grade, select students may join the Chinese Immersion program—half‑day instruction in Chinese and half in English—by application each spring. Meanwhile, all students learn about Chinese culture and traditions. Learn more.
Early Light Academy (K–9 Charter)
Developed by Daybreak residents and located in South Station Village, Early Light Academy serves elementary through junior high. In 2014 it enrolled about 750 students and planned to add one class per grade for the 2015–2016 school year (targeting approximately 1,000 students total). Open enrollment occurs each January; students are selected by lottery. Learn more.
The modern campus includes a regulation‑size soccer field, spacious gymnasium/multipurpose room, and a large library/study hall. Each grade level enjoys breakout rooms, mobile computer labs, and classrooms equipped with the latest technology.
Academically, ELA provides a liberal arts education with an emphasis in History. All students receive a full year of History (including Art History) alongside Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Physical Education.
Plan a Visit
New to the neighborhood? Start at the Daybreak Info Studio at the Cove House to get oriented, pick up maps, and plan school‑adjacent walking routes.
