Brighton High School in Cottonwood Heights, Utah is located about ten miles south of Salt Lake City. It serves students in grades 9-12 for the Canyons School District.
Serving 2,435 students in grades 8-12, Brighton High School ranks in the top 20% 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 45% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 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: 8-12
- Enrollment: 2,435 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Brighton High serves the northwest part of Salt Lake City, covering an area of approximately 12.8 square miles. Families in the attendance zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brighton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Brighton High School's student population of 2,435 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
2,435 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1969
School Rankings
Brighton High School ranks within the top 20% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brighton 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
#188 out of 957 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)69%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)53%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
92%
88.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.7%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue, Orange
School Mascot
Brighton Bengal Tiger
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brighton High School's ranking?
Brighton High School is ranked #188 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Brighton High School often compared to?
Brighton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillcrest High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brighton High School?
The graduation rate of Brighton High School is 92%, which is higher than the Utah state average of 88.3%.
How many students attend Brighton High School?
2,435 students attend Brighton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Brighton High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% 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 Brighton High School?
Brighton High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Brighton High School offer ?
Brighton High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Brighton High School part of?
Brighton High School is part of Canyons School District.
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