Serving 1,517 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Mountain Crest High 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 42% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 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 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,517 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mountain Crest High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mountain Crest High School's student population of 1,517 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
1,517 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mountain Crest 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 Mountain Crest High School is 0.25, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#302 out of 975 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
10%
19%
Black
1%
1%
White
86%
72%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
22%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mountain Crest High School's ranking?
Mountain Crest High School is ranked #302 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Mountain Crest High School often compared to?
Mountain Crest High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ridgeline High School, Sky View High School, Logan High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mountain Crest High School?
The graduation rate of Mountain Crest High School is 96%, which is higher than the Utah state average of 88%.
How many students attend Mountain Crest High School?
1,517 students attend Mountain Crest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Mountain Crest High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mountain Crest High School?
Mountain Crest High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 22:1.
What grades does Mountain Crest High School offer ?
Mountain Crest High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Mountain Crest High School part of?
Mountain Crest High School is part of Cache School District.
School Reviews
5 4/25/2009
The teacher absolute love the students and will do anything to see them succeed. They are among the best teachers in the nation and care about student individually.
The Music programs are amazing. Mountain crest has an superb marching band and a state winning drum line, the theatrical program at mountain crest and south cache are nothing short of amazing, and willing to let any student participate. Now, Mustang athletics are known around the country, the 3 time state champion wrestling program is a top contender in every match it enters. The basketball program is the top in state as well as football, their new multi purpose playing field for football, soccer, track ect. is up there with most universities.
There is also many many clubs on campus that allow every student to get involved no matter what their interest is.
Athletic awards: Just walk in the school and you will see the rewards they have one, form the athletic school of the year (multiple times), the trophy cases are FULL of trophies. Mountain crest has won more state titles then any school in the area, and up there with the state.
Facilities are some of the best in the state or even the country.
Parent are strongly encouraged to get involved, and EVERY teacher is willing to work with the parents to get their children to succeed.
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