Serving 2,335 students in grades 10-12, American Fork High School 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 30% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 2,335 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
American Fork High School's student population of 2,335 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
2,335 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
American Fork High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 975 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of American Fork High School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#499 out of 975 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)49%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)42%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
12%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
82%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is American Fork High School's ranking?
American Fork High School is ranked #499 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are American Fork High School often compared to?
American Fork High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lone Peak High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
What is the graduation rate of American Fork High School?
The graduation rate of American Fork High School is 90%, which is higher than the Utah state average of 88%.
How many students attend American Fork High School?
2,335 students attend American Fork High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of American Fork High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of American Fork High School?
American Fork High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does American Fork High School offer ?
American Fork High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is American Fork High School part of?
American Fork High School is part of Alpine School District.
School Reviews
4 9/8/2021
pretty good school.
5 4/5/2010
This is a great school, with wonder teachers and staff.
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