Serving 43 students in grades 7-12, Big Water High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 43:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Utah state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 43 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 43:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in UT
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Big Water High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Big Water High School's student population of 43 students has grown by 86% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
43 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Big Water High School ranks within the top 30% of all 975 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Big Water High School is 0.36, 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
#241 out of 975 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
43:1
22:1
American Indian
14%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
79%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
22%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Big Water High School's ranking?
Big Water High School is ranked #241 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Big Water High School?
43 students attend Big Water High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Big Water High School students are White, 14% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Big Water High School?
Big Water High School has a student ration of 43:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 22:1.
What grades does Big Water High School offer ?
Big Water High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Big Water High School part of?
Big Water High School is part of Kane School District.
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