Serving 195 students in grades 9-12, Launch 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 195 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Launch High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Launch High School's student population of 195 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
195 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Launch 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 Launch High School is 0.15, 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
#318 out of 975 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)21-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-79%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-49%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
92%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Launch High School's ranking?
Launch High School is ranked #318 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?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Launch High School?
The graduation rate of Launch High School is 50%, which is lower than the Utah state average of 88%.
How many students attend Launch High School?
195 students attend Launch High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Launch High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Launch High School?
Launch High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 22:1.
What grades does Launch High School offer ?
Launch High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Launch High School part of?
Launch High School is part of Iron School District.
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