Serving 1,820 students in grades 8-12, Jordan 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 22% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (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 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 1,820 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jordan High serves the western part of Sandy, UT, covering an area of approximately 11.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jordan High School's student population of 1,820 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
1,820 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1907
School Rankings
Jordan 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 Jordan High School is 0.56, which is more 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
#606 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)46%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
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
32%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
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
5%
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
86%
88.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.7%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Grey, Maroon
School Mascot
Beetdiggers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jordan High School's ranking?
Jordan High School is ranked #606 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Jordan High School often compared to?
Jordan High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alta High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jordan High School?
The graduation rate of Jordan High School is 86%, which is lower than the Utah state average of 88.3%.
How many students attend Jordan High School?
1,820 students attend Jordan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Jordan High School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jordan High School?
Jordan High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Jordan High School offer ?
Jordan High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Jordan High School part of?
Jordan High School is part of Canyons School District.
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