Pleasant Grove High School is a public high school located at approximately 700 East, 200 South in Pleasant Grove, Utah, United States. It was established in 1918. The current school location began student attendance in 1959. Previously the high school was located on 100 East between Center and 100 South.
Serving 1,905 students in grades 10-12, Pleasant Grove 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 28% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (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 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 1,905 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pleasant Grove High serves the eastern part of Pleasant Grove, UT, covering an area of approximately 15.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pleasant Grove High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Pleasant Grove High School's student population of 1,905 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
1,905 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1912
School Calendar
School Motto
Collectively committed to high levels of learning for all students.
School Rankings
Pleasant Grove High School ranks within the top 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasant Grove High School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#449 out of 957 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)52%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)33%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
92%
88.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.2%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Grey, Royal blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasant Grove High School's ranking?
Pleasant Grove High School is ranked #449 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Pleasant Grove High School often compared to?
Pleasant Grove High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lone Peak High School, American Fork High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pleasant Grove High School?
The graduation rate of Pleasant Grove High School is 92%, which is higher than the Utah state average of 88.3%.
How many students attend Pleasant Grove High School?
1,905 students attend Pleasant Grove High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Pleasant Grove High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pleasant Grove High School?
Pleasant Grove High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Pleasant Grove High School offer ?
Pleasant Grove High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is Pleasant Grove High School part of?
Pleasant Grove High School is part of Alpine School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This school has outstanding teachers as well as a great admin. They're AP programs are phenomenal.
5 10/10/2025
I love Pleasant Grove high there are just some problems with respect.
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