Serving 1,827 students in grades 7-9, American Fork Jr 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 47% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). 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 27:1 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: 7-9
- Enrollment: 1,827 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: American Fork Jr. High serves the northeast part of American Fork, UT, covering an area of approximately 14.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 2.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
American Fork Jr High School's student population of 1,827 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
Total Students
1,827 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
American Fork Jr 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 American Fork Jr 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
#325 out of 957 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)47%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)48%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
1%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.3%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is American Fork Jr High School's ranking?
American Fork Jr High School is ranked #325 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are American Fork Jr High School often compared to?
American Fork Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Canyon View Jr High School, Willowcreek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend American Fork Jr High School?
1,827 students attend American Fork Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of American Fork Jr High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% 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 American Fork Jr High School?
American Fork Jr High School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does American Fork Jr High School offer ?
American Fork Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9
What school district is American Fork Jr High School part of?
American Fork Jr High School is part of Alpine School District.
School Reviews
4 10/10/2025
American Fork Junior High is an amazing school to attend. I just wish that they would rebuild part of the school considering it is pretty old.
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