Serving 1,561 students in grades 9-12, Salem Hills 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 27% (which is lower 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 24:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% 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: 1,561 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salem Hills High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Salem Hills High School's student population of 1,561 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,561 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Salem Hills 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 Salem Hills High School is 0.25, 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
#543 out of 975 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)27%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)47%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)24%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
10%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
86%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
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 Salem Hills High School's ranking?
Salem Hills High School is ranked #543 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Salem Hills High School often compared to?
Salem Hills High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Payson 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 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Salem Hills High School?
The graduation rate of Salem Hills High School is 97%, which is higher than the Utah state average of 88%.
How many students attend Salem Hills High School?
1,561 students attend Salem Hills High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Salem Hills High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Salem Hills High School?
Salem Hills High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 22:1.
What grades does Salem Hills High School offer ?
Salem Hills High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Salem Hills High School part of?
Salem Hills High School is part of Nebo School District.
School Reviews
5 5/25/2020
Very social school with plenty of events and sports. Everyone was fairly accepting of people regardless of who they were/are. Most teachers were great, a decent number of classes were challenging. I'd want my kids to go to this school. Coolest and most caring principal!
5 11/11/2011
Fantastic Fine Arts programs! Excellent teachers, and an amazing Debate Team!
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