Serving 614 students in grades 9-12, Emery High School ranks in the bottom 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 41% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 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 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 614 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Emery High School's student population of 614 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
614 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Emery 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 Emery High School is 0.13, 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
#540 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Hispanic
6%
21%
White
93%
69%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
23%
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 Emery High School's ranking?
Emery High School is ranked #540 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Emery High School?
The graduation rate of Emery High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Utah state average of 88%.
How many students attend Emery High School?
614 students attend Emery High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Emery High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emery High School?
Emery High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Emery High School offer ?
Emery High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Emery High School part of?
Emery High School is part of Emery School District.
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