Serving 349 students in grades 7-12, Parowan 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 33% (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 17:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 349 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Parowan High serves the southeast area of Parowan, UT, covering approximately 20.2 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive time of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest distance being 14.6 miles from the edge of the attendance area.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Parowan High School's student population of 349 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
349 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Parowan 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 Parowan High School is 0.15, 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
#548 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
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
17:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.9%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Parowan High School's ranking?
Parowan High School is ranked #548 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Parowan High School often compared to?
Parowan High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar City High School, Canyon View High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% 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).
What is the graduation rate of Parowan High School?
The graduation rate of Parowan High School is 90%, which is higher than the Utah state average of 88.3%.
How many students attend Parowan High School?
349 students attend Parowan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Parowan High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parowan High School?
Parowan High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Parowan High School offer ?
Parowan High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Parowan High School part of?
Parowan High School is part of Iron School District.
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