Serving 2,313 students in grades 9-12, Kearns 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 7% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,313 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kearns High serves the southwest part of Salt Lake City, UT, covering an area of approximately 19 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 10.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kearns High School's student population of 2,313 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,313 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1966
School Rankings
Kearns 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 Kearns High School is 0.62, 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
#909 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)24%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
52%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
4%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
White
34%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
82%
88.3%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.9%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cougars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kearns High School's ranking?
Kearns High School is ranked #909 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kearns High School?
The graduation rate of Kearns High School is 82%, which is lower than the Utah state average of 88.3%.
How many students attend Kearns High School?
2,313 students attend Kearns High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Kearns High School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kearns High School?
Kearns High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Kearns High School offer ?
Kearns High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Kearns High School part of?
Kearns High School is part of Granite School District.
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