Serving 836 students in grades 6-8, Vernal Middle 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 35% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% 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: 836 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vernal Middle School's student population of 836 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
836 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Vernal Middle 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 Vernal Middle School is 0.30, 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
#606 out of 975 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)38%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
22:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
12%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
83%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
22%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vernal Middle School's ranking?
Vernal Middle School is ranked #606 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Vernal Middle School often compared to?
Vernal Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Uintah Middle School, Terra Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Vernal Middle School?
836 students attend Vernal Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Vernal Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vernal Middle School?
Vernal Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 22:1.
What grades does Vernal Middle School offer ?
Vernal Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Vernal Middle School part of?
Vernal Middle School is part of Uintah School District.
School Reviews
1 6/16/2020
Some teachers are nice but most are rude.
5 2/17/2011
The school is excellent. Academic staff - excellent people. Preparing students for a high level.
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