Serving 653 students in grades 6-7, Tonaquint Intermediate 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 32% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 653 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: TONAQUINT INTERMEDIATE serves the southwest part of Saint George, UT, covering an area of approximately 74 square miles, with most students living within a 10-15 minute drive from the school. The farthest edge of the attendance zone is about 21.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tonaquint Intermediate's student population of 653 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
Total Students
653 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Tonaquint Intermediate 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 Tonaquint Intermediate is 0.49, which is more 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
#644 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)38%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)41%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
25%
21%
Black
n/a
1%
White
67%
69%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.8%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tonaquint Intermediate's ranking?
Tonaquint Intermediate is ranked #644 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Tonaquint Intermediate often compared to?
Tonaquint Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Lava Ridge Intermediate, Fossil Ridge Intermediate, Sunrise Ridge Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Tonaquint Intermediate?
653 students attend Tonaquint Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Tonaquint Intermediate students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tonaquint Intermediate?
Tonaquint Intermediate has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Tonaquint Intermediate offer ?
Tonaquint Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 6-7
What school district is Tonaquint Intermediate part of?
Tonaquint Intermediate is part of Washington School District.
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