Serving 1,424 students in grades 7-9, Lake Mountain Middle 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 40% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% 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: 1,424 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lake Mountain Middle School's student population of 1,424 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
Total Students
1,424 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lake Mountain Middle 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 Lake Mountain Middle School is 0.32, 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
#459 out of 975 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)44%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)54%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
82%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Mountain Middle School's ranking?
Lake Mountain Middle School is ranked #459 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Lake Mountain Middle School?
1,424 students attend Lake Mountain Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Lake Mountain Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Mountain Middle School?
Lake Mountain Middle School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Lake Mountain Middle School offer ?
Lake Mountain Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-9
What school district is Lake Mountain Middle School part of?
Lake Mountain Middle School is part of Alpine School District.
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