Serving 2,294 students in grades 8-12, Alta High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 2,294 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alta High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Alta High School's student population of 2,294 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
2,294 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alta High School ranks within the top 50% of all 975 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alta High School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#378 out of 975 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)27%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)59%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
12%
20%
Black
1%
1%
White
77%
71%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alta High School's ranking?
Alta High School is ranked #378 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Alta High School often compared to?
Alta High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Corner Canyon High School, Jordan High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alta High School?
The graduation rate of Alta High School is 92%, which is higher than the Utah state average of 88%.
How many students attend Alta High School?
2,294 students attend Alta High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Alta High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alta High School?
Alta High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 22:1.
What grades does Alta High School offer ?
Alta High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Alta High School part of?
Alta High School is part of Canyons School District.
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