Serving 1,030 students in grades 7-9, Mountain Ridge Jr High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher 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 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 1,030 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mountain Ridge Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mountain Ridge Jr High School's student population of 1,030 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
Total Students
1,030 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Husky
School Rankings
Mountain Ridge Jr High School ranks within the top 20% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mountain Ridge Jr High School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#145 out of 957 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)56%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)62%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
20%
Black
1%
1%
White
87%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Husky
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mountain Ridge Jr High School's ranking?
Mountain Ridge Jr High School is ranked #145 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Mountain Ridge Jr High School often compared to?
Mountain Ridge Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Timberline Middle School, Lehi Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Mountain Ridge Jr High School?
1,030 students attend Mountain Ridge Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Mountain Ridge Jr High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mountain Ridge Jr High School?
Mountain Ridge Jr High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mountain Ridge Jr High School offer ?
Mountain Ridge Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9
What school district is Mountain Ridge Jr High School part of?
Mountain Ridge Jr High School is part of Alpine School District.
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