Serving 160 students in grades 7-8, Kanab Middle 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 160 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Kanab Middle serves the southwest part of its school district in Kanab, UT, covering approximately 705.5 square miles. Families in this area typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 12.2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 33.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kanab Middle School's student population of 160 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
160 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Kanab Middle 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 Middle School is 0.20, 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
#325 out of 957 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2000–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.1%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Middle School's ranking?
Kanab Middle School is ranked #325 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Kanab Middle School?
160 students attend Kanab Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Kanab Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kanab Middle School?
Kanab Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Kanab Middle School offer ?
Kanab Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Kanab Middle School part of?
Kanab Middle School is part of Kane School District.
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