Serving 240 students in grades 6-8, Gunnison Valley Middle 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 33% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 240 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
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Gunnison Valley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
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Gunnison Valley Middle School's student population of 240 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
240 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
Gunnison Valley Middle 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 Gunnison Valley Middle School is 0.35, 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
#670 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)36%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)48%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
17%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
79%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
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Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Gunnison Valley Middle School's ranking?
Gunnison Valley Middle School is ranked #670 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?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Gunnison Valley Middle School?
240 students attend Gunnison Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Gunnison Valley Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gunnison Valley Middle School?
Gunnison Valley Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Gunnison Valley Middle School offer ?
Gunnison Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Gunnison Valley Middle School part of?
Gunnison Valley Middle School is part of South Sanpete School District.
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