Serving 323 students in grades 7-12, Valley High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 323 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- 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:
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Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Valley High School's student population of 323 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
323 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Valley High School ranks within the top 30% of all 975 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley High School is 0.52, which is more 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
#241 out of 975 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
26%
20%
Black
3%
1%
White
64%
71%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
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 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 schools are Valley High School often compared to?
Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Diamond Ridge High School, Southpointe Adult High School by visitors of our site.
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 87%, which is lower than the Utah state average of 88%.
How many students attend Valley High School?
323 students attend Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Valley High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valley High School?
Valley High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
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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