Serving 12 students in grades 7-12, West Desert High School ranks in the top 50% 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 ≥50% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 22:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 12 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1% in UT)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Desert High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
West Desert High School's student population of 12 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
12 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of West Desert High School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≥50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≥50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
100%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
22%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% UT state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% UT state average).
How many students attend West Desert High School?
12 students attend West Desert High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of West Desert High School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Desert High School?
West Desert High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 22:1.
What grades does West Desert High School offer ?
West Desert High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is West Desert High School part of?
West Desert High School is part of Tintic School District.
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