Serving 322 students in grades 9-12, Kanab High School ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kanab High serves the southwest part of Kanab, UT, covering an expansive area of approximately 705.5 square miles. Families in this zone typically experience a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 33.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kanab High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Kanab High School's student population of 322 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
322 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Kanab High 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 Kanab High School is 0.19, 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
#355 out of 957 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Kanab High School's ranking?
Kanab High School is ranked #355 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Kanab High School often compared to?
Kanab High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley High School, Fredonia High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kanab High School?
The graduation rate of Kanab High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Utah state average of 88.3%.
How many students attend Kanab High School?
322 students attend Kanab High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Kanab High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kanab High School?
Kanab High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Kanab High School offer ?
Kanab High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Kanab High School part of?
Kanab High School is part of Kane School District.
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