Serving 1,853 students in grades 7-9, American Fork Jr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 1,853 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
American Fork Jr High School's student population of 1,853 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
Total Students
1,853 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
American Fork Jr 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 American Fork Jr High School is 0.33, 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
#350 out of 975 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)43%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)47%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)48%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
12%
20%
Black
1%
1%
White
81%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is American Fork Jr High School's ranking?
American Fork Jr High School is ranked #350 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are American Fork Jr High School often compared to?
American Fork Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Canyon View Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend American Fork Jr High School?
1,853 students attend American Fork Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of American Fork Jr High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of American Fork Jr High School?
American Fork Jr High School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does American Fork Jr High School offer ?
American Fork Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9
What school district is American Fork Jr High School part of?
American Fork Jr High School is part of Alpine School District.
School Reviews
4 3/10/2018
American Fork Junior High is an amazing school to attend. I just wish that they would rebuild part of the school considering it is pretty old.
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