Serving 196 students in grades 9-12, Launch High School ranks in the top 30% 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 60-79% (which is higher 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 196 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Launch High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Launch High School's student population of 196 students has grown by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
196 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Launch High School ranks within the top 30% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Launch High School is 0.30, 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
#247 out of 957 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-79%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-49%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Hispanic
9%
21%
Black
1%
1%
White
83%
69%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
88.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.7%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Launch High School's ranking?
Launch High School is ranked #247 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Utah.
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 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Launch High School?
The graduation rate of Launch High School is 80%, which is lower than the Utah state average of 88.3%.
How many students attend Launch High School?
196 students attend Launch High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Launch High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Launch High School?
Launch High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Launch High School offer ?
Launch High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Launch High School part of?
Launch High School is part of Iron School District.
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