Serving 1,194 students in grades 10-12, Bear River High 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 21% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% 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: 1,194 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bear River High serves the northwest part of its school district in Garland, UT, covering an expansive area of approximately 2,960.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being up to 105.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bear River High School's student population of 1,194 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
1,194 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Bear River High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bear River High School is 0.25, 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
#646 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
10%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
1%
White
86%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
86%
88.3%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.3%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Mascot
Bear
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bear River High School's ranking?
Bear River High School is ranked #646 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Bear River High School often compared to?
Bear River High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Box Elder High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bear River High School?
The graduation rate of Bear River High School is 86%, which is lower than the Utah state average of 88.3%.
How many students attend Bear River High School?
1,194 students attend Bear River High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Bear River High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bear River High School?
Bear River High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bear River High School offer ?
Bear River High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is Bear River High School part of?
Bear River High School is part of Box Elder School District.
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