Serving 1,519 students in grades 9-12, Spanish 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 31% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,519 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
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Spanish Fork High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
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Spanish Fork High School's student population of 1,519 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,519 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
Spanish 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 Spanish Fork High School is 0.33, 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
#510 out of 975 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)31%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)47%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)26%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
13%
20%
Black
1%
1%
White
81%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="school-notes">School NotesÂ鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½>- Nebo School District is a public school district in Utah County, Utah serving the southern part of the county south of Utah Lake. Provo City School District and Alpine School District cover the central and northern parts of the county, respectively.
- With 23,948 pupils, Nebo is the 7th largest school district in Utah and among the fastest-growing. The district operates 3 high schools, 6 middle schools, 21 elementary schools, 1 elementary/middle school, and 2 alternative schools.
- The district is named for nearby Mount Nebo, the tallest point in the Wasatch Range.
- Spanish Fork High School: Spanish Fork High School is currently the only high school in Spanish Fork. Geographic boundaries include the cities of Spanish Fork, Salem, and Woodland Hills. Small rural communities of Palmyra, Benjamin, Lake Shore, and Leland also attend Spanish Fork High School. Currently the largest high school in Nebo School District. Two new high schools will be under construction shortly: Salem Hills High School and Maple Mountain High School, which will then drop the enrollment significantly. Students already in SFHS at the time of the completion of the stated high schools are allowed to finish schooling at there. Grades 10-12.
- Mascot: The Don; School Colors: Red and Gray; Band: Marching Band won State Title in 2002 and 2003.; Drama: Overall Best (Electra), Best Actress (Calista Fisher), & Best Actor (Ensemble) at State Competition [2004]; Boys Athletics: Utah State Champion - Wrestling [1984, 2003, 2004] Baseball [1988, 1992, 2006] Golf [1996, 1997, 1999]; Girls Athletics: Utah State Champion - Track & Field [2005] Softball [2006]; Address: 99 North 300 West Spanish Fork, UT 84660.
- Notable alumni: Scott Brumfield — former NFL football player.
What is Spanish Fork High School's ranking?
Spanish Fork High School is ranked #510 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Spanish Fork High School often compared to?
Spanish Fork High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like American Leadership Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Spanish Fork High School?
The graduation rate of Spanish Fork High School is 97%, which is higher than the Utah state average of 88%.
How many students attend Spanish Fork High School?
1,519 students attend Spanish Fork High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Spanish Fork High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spanish Fork High School?
Spanish Fork High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 22:1.
What grades does Spanish Fork High School offer ?
Spanish Fork High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Spanish Fork High School part of?
Spanish Fork High School is part of Nebo School District.
School ReviewsÂ鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½>5 3/23/2019Spanish Fork High School has been amazing to work with. I had a son with autism and a daughter with schizophrenia that attended the school in the past five year. The school was very attentive to their needs and really went out of their way to help my children succeed.5 1/4/2010Frienly administration and counselors. Great, positive environment for my kids. Most programs are top notch!
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Spanish Fork High School has been amazing to work with. I had a son with autism and a daughter with schizophrenia that attended the school in the past five year. The school was very attentive to their needs and really went out of their way to help my children succeed.
Frienly administration and counselors. Great, positive environment for my kids. Most programs are top notch!
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Review Spanish Fork High School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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