Serving 160 students in grades 7-8, Kanab Middle 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 160 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kanab Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Kanab Middle School's student population of 160 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
160 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Kanab Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kanab Middle School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#325 out of 957 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
9%
21%
White
89%
69%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kanab Middle School's ranking?
Kanab Middle School is ranked #325 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Kanab Middle School?
160 students attend Kanab Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Kanab Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kanab Middle School?
Kanab Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Kanab Middle School offer ?
Kanab Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Kanab Middle School part of?
Kanab Middle School is part of Kane School District.
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