Ben Lomond High School is a comprehensive high school located in the Ogden City School District of Ogden, Utah, United States, currently educating students in grades 10–12. As of 2018, the principal is Steve Poll, his first year at Ben Lomond.
Serving 1,338 students in grades 10-12, Ben Lomond 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 12% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 1,338 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ben Lomond High School's student population of 1,338 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
1,338 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Year Founded
1953
Colors
White, Red, Columbia blue
School Rankings
Ben Lomond 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 Ben Lomond High School is 0.53, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#875 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)28%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
61%
20%
Black
1%
1%
White
32%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Terrier
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ben Lomond High School's ranking?
Ben Lomond High School is ranked #875 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Ben Lomond High School often compared to?
Ben Lomond High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ogden High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ben Lomond High School?
The graduation rate of Ben Lomond High School is 88%, which is equal to the Utah state average of 88%.
How many students attend Ben Lomond High School?
1,338 students attend Ben Lomond High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Ben Lomond High School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 4% 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 Ben Lomond High School?
Ben Lomond High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ben Lomond High School offer ?
Ben Lomond High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is Ben Lomond High School part of?
Ben Lomond High School is part of Ogden City School District.
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