Serving 145 students in grades 9-12, Panguitch 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 145 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Panguitch High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Panguitch High School's student population of 145 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
145 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
50
School Motto
“Our Success, My Responsibility, No Excuses.”
School Rankings
Panguitch High School 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 Panguitch High School is 0.13, 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
#727 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-39%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-39%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
93%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Panguitch High School's ranking?
Panguitch High School is ranked #727 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Panguitch High School often compared to?
Panguitch High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bryce Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Panguitch High School?
The graduation rate of Panguitch High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Utah state average of 88%.
How many students attend Panguitch High School?
145 students attend Panguitch High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Panguitch High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Panguitch High School?
Panguitch High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Panguitch High School offer ?
Panguitch High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Panguitch High School part of?
Panguitch High School is part of Garfield School District.
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