Serving 1,593 students in grades 9-12, Salem Hills High School ranks in the top 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 39% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 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: 1,593 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Salem Hills High serves the west part of Salem, UT, covering an area of approximately 47.8 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 7.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salem Hills High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Salem Hills High School's student population of 1,593 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,593 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Salem Hills High School ranks within the top 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salem Hills 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
#424 out of 957 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)47%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)24%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
1%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
96%
88.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.9%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Skyhawk Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salem Hills High School's ranking?
Salem Hills High School is ranked #424 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Salem Hills High School often compared to?
Salem Hills High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Payson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Salem Hills High School?
The graduation rate of Salem Hills High School is 96%, which is higher than the Utah state average of 88.3%.
How many students attend Salem Hills High School?
1,593 students attend Salem Hills High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Salem Hills High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Salem Hills High School?
Salem Hills High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Salem Hills High School offer ?
Salem Hills High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Salem Hills High School part of?
Salem Hills High School is part of Nebo School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Fantastic Fine Arts programs! Excellent teachers, and an amazing Debate Team!
5 10/10/2025
Very social school with plenty of events and sports. Everyone was fairly accepting of people regardless of who they were/are. Most teachers were great, a decent number of classes were challenging. I'd want my kids to go to this school. Coolest and most caring principal!
Review Salem Hills High School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Is Your Child's School Day Too Structured?
Discover where free time disappears during your child's school day, how to evaluate lunch, recess, and classroom schedules, and what parents can do when breaks become structured activities.
When Your Child's Best Friend Is in Another Class
Discover how to help your child when their best friend is assigned to another classroom, including school placement policies, maintaining friendships, building connections, and knowing when to request help.
Should Your Child Repeat a Grade or Move Ahead?
Before agreeing to grade retention, learn what evidence to request, how to review school policies, explore alternatives, understand parental rights, and secure an effective academic support plan for your child.
