Serving 584 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gunnison Valley 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 48% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (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 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 584 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gunnison Valley School serves the southwest part of Gunnison, UT, covering an attendance zone of approximately 192 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 11.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gunnison Valley School's student population of 584 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
584 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gunnison Valley 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 Gunnison Valley School is 0.29, 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
#431 out of 957 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 Gunnison Valley School's ranking?
Gunnison Valley School is ranked #431 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Gunnison Valley School?
584 students attend Gunnison Valley School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Gunnison Valley School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gunnison Valley School?
Gunnison Valley School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Gunnison Valley School offer ?
Gunnison Valley School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Gunnison Valley School part of?
Gunnison Valley School is part of South Sanpete School District.
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