Serving 56 students in grades 7-8, Panguitch Middle 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 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: 56 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Panguitch Middle's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Panguitch, UT, encompassing approximately 5,208.2 square miles. The zone typically requires a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 77.5 miles from the school to its edge and extending up to 138 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Panguitch Middle School's student population of 56 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
56 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Panguitch Middle 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 Panguitch 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
#497 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 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)40-44%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.5%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bobcat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Panguitch Middle School's ranking?
Panguitch Middle School is ranked #497 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Panguitch Middle School?
56 students attend Panguitch Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Panguitch Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Panguitch Middle School?
Panguitch Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Panguitch Middle School offer ?
Panguitch Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Panguitch Middle School part of?
Panguitch Middle School is part of Garfield School District.
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