Serving 486 students in grades 9-12, South Summit 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 37% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower 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: 486 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Summit High's attendance zone covers the entire district in Kamas, UT, encompassing approximately 1,376.9 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 70.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Summit High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
South Summit High School's student population of 486 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
486 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1915
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Summit 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 South Summit High School is 0.29, 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
#437 out of 957 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.6%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 South Summit High School's ranking?
South Summit High School is ranked #437 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are South Summit High School often compared to?
South Summit High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Park City High School, North Summit High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Summit High School?
The graduation rate of South Summit High School is 95%, which is higher than the Utah state average of 88.3%.
How many students attend South Summit High School?
486 students attend South Summit High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of South Summit High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Summit High School?
South Summit High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does South Summit High School offer ?
South Summit High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is South Summit High School part of?
South Summit High School is part of South Summit School District.
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