Public Highschool Buffer Zone

Creation Process:

• GIS data in ArcGIS Pro was used, integrating public high school locations and Census Block data within Salt Lake County.

• A three-mile buffer was generated around each high school location to visually represent the service areas and accessibility.

• Census Blocks were overlaid to show the surrounding residential areas, highlighting regions well-served by nearby schools and those that may need improved access.

• An Imagery basemap was used to provide geographical context, with roads and other key features clearly visible.

• Standard cartographic elements like the title, inset map, scale bar, north arrow, and legend were added to enhance map interpretation.

Visual Details:

• Public high schools are marked with distinct symbols, and their three-mile buffer zones are shaded in blue, visually demonstrating the extent of their accessibility.

• The red outline marks the boundary of Salt Lake County, drawing clear spatial limits for the analysis.

• Inset and detailed view maps provide additional context, showing the position of Salt Lake County within the state of Utah and a close-up of Midvale, emphasizing an area that is not covered by the 3 mile buffer zone.

• The legend clarifies symbology, making the map easy to understand, and underscores the relationship between educational facilities and population distribution.