Hunter High School is a public high school located at 4200 South 5600 West, West Valley City, Utah, United States. It was opened in 1990 with its first graduating class graduating in 1991.
Serving 2,616 students in grades 9-12, Hunter 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 10% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,616 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hunter High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Hunter High School's student population of 2,616 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,616 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
Year Founded
1990
Colors
White, Grey, Navy Blue, Silver
School Rankings
Hunter 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 Hunter High School is 0.64, 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
#875 out of 975 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)10%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)17%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
49%
20%
Black
3%
1%
White
34%
71%
Hawaiian
4%
1%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wolverines
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hunter High School's ranking?
Hunter High School is ranked #875 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Hunter High School often compared to?
Hunter High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Granger High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hunter High School?
The graduation rate of Hunter High School is 85%, which is lower than the Utah state average of 88%.
How many students attend Hunter High School?
2,616 students attend Hunter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Hunter High School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hunter High School?
Hunter High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hunter High School offer ?
Hunter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hunter High School part of?
Hunter High School is part of Granite School District.
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