Serving 2,186 students in grades 7-12, Skyline High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 2,186 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Skyline High serves the eastern part of Salt Lake City, covering an area of approximately 110.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being about 9.2 miles and the furthest edge reaching 13.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Skyline High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Skyline High School's student population of 2,186 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
2,186 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1962
Campus Size
0.15 km² (0.06 mi²)
School Rankings
Skyline 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 Skyline High School is 0.40, 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
#173 out of 957 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)76%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)59%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
93%
88.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.5%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Skyline High School's ranking?
Skyline High School is ranked #173 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Skyline High School often compared to?
Skyline High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Olympus High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Skyline High School?
The graduation rate of Skyline High School is 93%, which is higher than the Utah state average of 88.3%.
How many students attend Skyline High School?
2,186 students attend Skyline High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Skyline High School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Skyline High School?
Skyline High School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Skyline High School offer ?
Skyline High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Skyline High School part of?
Skyline High School is part of Granite School District.
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