Indian Hills Middle School

1180 E 11600 S
Sandy, UT 84094
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Serving 1,127 students in grades 6-8, Indian Hills Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 44% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,127 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 19%
  • : Top 30% in UT
  • : 44% (Top 50%)
  • : 57% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Indian Hills Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:

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School Overview

Indian Hills Middle School's student population of 1,127 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,127 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
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School Rankings

Indian Hills Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 975 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Indian Hills Middle School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
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State Level (UT)
#207 out of 975 schools
(Top 30%)
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44%
39%
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57%
43%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
22:1
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American Indian
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1%
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Asian
2%
2%
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Hispanic
9%
19%
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Black
1%
1%
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White
81%
72%
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Hawaiian
1%
2%
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Two or more races
6%
3%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.33
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Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
22%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
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School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Indian Hills Middle School's ranking?
Indian Hills Middle School is ranked #207 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Indian Hills Middle School often compared to?
Indian Hills Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Draper Park Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Indian Hills Middle School?
1,127 students attend Indian Hills Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Indian Hills Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Indian Hills Middle School?
Indian Hills Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 22:1.
What grades does Indian Hills Middle School offer ?
Indian Hills Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Indian Hills Middle School part of?
Indian Hills Middle School is part of Canyons School District.

School Reviews

3   3/9/2022
Good school, but there is a lot of homework. Mr. Cox is also my dad.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Puma
2   3/9/2022
Good school, but there is a lot of homework. The teachers are very good, especially Mr. Cox. he is also my dad.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - HELLO
4   11/2/2017
Indian Hills has a great music program! Mr. Cox is an amazing teacher, and is certainly well rounded. Also, he is my dad! ;)
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Jaguar

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,127 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 19%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 44% (Top 50%)
  • : 57% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education

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