South Sanpete District School District
School District · Manti, Utah
Avg Rating
6.9
out of 10
Schools
8
3 elem, 2 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,794
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.9:1
Avg Rating
6.9
out of 10
Schools
8
3 elem, 2 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,794
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.9:1
Evaluating South Sanpete District?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge South Sanpete District as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Manti High
Manti · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Ephraim School
Ephraim · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Gunnison Valley School
Gunnison · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Utah rank
#21 of 58
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.6
above Utah avg
Per-pupil spending
$11,794
+$526 vs Utah median
District size
3,295 students
Typical than Utah median
The short answer
South Sanpete District ranks #21 of 58 Utah districts by overall school rating. South Sanpete District's schools with real test data average 6.9/10 across 7 schools. Its top-rated schools are Manti High (8.1/10), Ephraim School (7.7/10), and Gunnison Valley School (7.3/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in South Sanpete District
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (7 of 8). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Manti High | 8.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Ephraim School | 7.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Gunnison Valley School | 7.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Gunnison Valley High | 7.1 / 10 |
| 5 | Manti School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 6 | Ephraim Middle | 6.4 / 10 |
| 7 | Gunnison Valley Middle | 4.8 / 10 |
See all 8 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About South Sanpete District
South Sanpete District is a Manti, Utah school district serving 8 schools. The district educates 3,295 students with a student-teacher ratio of 17.9:1. The district invests $11,794 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.9/10, South Sanpete District demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Manti High, which has a composite score of 8.1/10.
In standardized testing, South Sanpete District students show an average math proficiency of 54.6% and ELA proficiency of 56.5%.
The district includes 3 elementary schools , 2 middle schools , and 2 high schools.
District Map
Schools in South Sanpete District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in South Sanpete District with test data.
Schools in South Sanpete District
8 schools Elementary Schools 3
Middle Schools 2
High Schools 2
Other Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Utah
- City
- Manti
- Total Enrollment
- 3,295
- Teachers (FTE)
- 184
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in South Sanpete District?
South Sanpete District has 8 schools in total — 3 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for South Sanpete District?
The average composite rating for South Sanpete District is 6.9/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in South Sanpete District?
South Sanpete District spends $11,794 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in South Sanpete District?
The average student-teacher ratio in South Sanpete District is 17.9:1.
What is the top-rated school in South Sanpete District?
Manti High is the highest-rated school in South Sanpete District with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What are the test scores in South Sanpete District?
Across schools in South Sanpete District with test data, the average math proficiency is 54.6% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 56.5%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does South Sanpete District compare to other districts in Utah?
South Sanpete District has an average school rating of 6.9/10 across 8 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Utah by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.9/10
- Math Proficiency
- 54.6%
- ELA Proficiency
- 56.5%
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Utah Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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