Serving 1,886 students in grades 9-12, East High School ranks in the bottom 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 17% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is equal to the Utah state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,886 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
East High School's student population of 1,886 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,886 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 975 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East High School is 0.67, which is more 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
#783 out of 975 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)17%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)36%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)31%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
46%
20%
Black
5%
1%
White
34%
71%
Hawaiian
6%
2%
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East High School's ranking?
East High School is ranked #783 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are East High School often compared to?
East High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
What is the graduation rate of East High School?
The graduation rate of East High School is 83%, which is lower than the Utah state average of 88%.
How many students attend East High School?
1,886 students attend East High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of East High School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 6% of students are Hawaiian, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East High School?
East High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the Utah state average of 22:1.
What grades does East High School offer ?
East High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is East High School part of?
East High School is part of Salt Lake School District.
In what neighborhood is East High School located?
East High School is located in the East Central neighborhood of Salt Lake City, UT. There are 2 other public schools located in East Central.
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