Serving 141 students in grades 7-12, Piute 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 25-29% (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 12:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 141 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Piute High's attendance zone covers the entire district in Junction, UT, encompassing approximately 766.3 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 30.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Piute High School's student population of 141 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
141 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Piute 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 Piute High School is 0.34, 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
#617 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
21:1
Hispanic
20%
21%
Black
1%
1%
White
79%
69%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
88.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.4%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Piute High School's ranking?
Piute High School is ranked #617 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?
25-29% 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 Piute High School?
The graduation rate of Piute High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Utah state average of 88.3%.
How many students attend Piute High School?
141 students attend Piute High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Piute High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Piute High School?
Piute High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Piute High School offer ?
Piute High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Piute High School part of?
Piute High School is part of Piute School District.
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