Valley High School serves 430 students in grades 7-12.
Valley High School placed in the top 30% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 39%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%) for the 2020-21 school year.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 430 students
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 74% (Btm 50% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Valley High School's student population of 430 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
430 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Valley High School is ranked within the top 30% of all 975 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Valley High School is 0.56, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#241 out of 975 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
39%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
43%

Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
1%
2%

Hispanic
29%
18%

Black
2%
1%

White
60%
73%

Hawaiian
2%
2%

Two or more races
6%
3%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
74%
88%

Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
25%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley High School's ranking?
Valley High School is ranked #241 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Valley High School is 74%, which is lower than the Utah state average of 88%.
How many students attend Valley High School?
430 students attend Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Valley High School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Valley High School offer ?
Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Valley High School part of?
Valley High School is part of Jordan School District.
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