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Blue Peak High

School · Tooele District

211 S TOOELE BLVD, Tooele, UT 84074

Enrollment

125

Student-Teacher

7.8:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Tooele

#4 of 13

public schools

Utah schools

#65 of 98

In district

#7 of 24

Tooele District

School environment

9.4 / 10

Exceptional

About Blue Peak High

Blue Peak High serves 125 students from kindergarten through 12th grade as an alternative school in Tooele, Utah. With 16 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains an exceptionally low student-teacher ratio of 7.8:1, allowing for highly personalized attention and individualized learning approaches that alternative schools are known for providing. The school has earned impressive recognition, ranking 33rd out of 1,018 schools statewide and placing in the 97th percentile with a MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10.

This strong performance reflects the school's success in serving students who may benefit from a non-traditional educational environment and smaller class sizes. Blue Peak High operates in Tooele County, where the median household income reaches $96,165 and median home values sit at $335,300. The surrounding ZIP code area houses 55,917 residents, with 23% holding bachelor's degrees or higher and a low poverty rate of just 3.8%, indicating a stable community environment.

As an alternative school, Blue Peak High likely provides flexible scheduling, individualized programming, and specialized support services to help students succeed academically. The school is situated in the town setting of Tooele, offering students access to both educational opportunities and the close-knit community atmosphere that smaller towns provide.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 125 students, Blue Peak High is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 7.8:1, Blue Peak High offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress1.3Significantly Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-6.25 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics6.0Above Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27%
Reading/ELA Proficiency42%
Overall Proficiency35%
Expected (poverty-adj.)32%
vs. Expected+2.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
College Readiness6.9Above Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.4Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio7.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$8,137

Blue Peak High — Students at Blue Peak High score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

52%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores UT EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 32.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 49.5%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from UT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
42%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.3/10.

How Blue Peak High Compares

See how Blue Peak High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
36th percentile in UT
Academic
6.0/10
6.0/10
Growth
1.3/10
Below average
Environment
9.4/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
52%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers

Location

211 S TOOELE BLVD, Tooele, UT 84074

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Blue Peak High may also want to explore other schools in the area. ALPINE ACADEMY - MOUNTAIN VIEW CAMPUS (rated 7.7/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Erda), which scores notably higher. Another option is West School (rated 7.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Tooele Jr High (rated 6.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Tooele, see our Tooele schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Digital Education Center Tooele 0.0 mi 4.1
Settlement Canyon School Tooele 0.9 mi 4.6
West School Tooele 0.7 mi 7.4
Tooele Jr High Tooele 0.8 mi 6.6
Northlake School Tooele 0.9 mi 3.8
Tooele High Tooele 0.9 mi 4.4
Scholar Academy Tooele 2.2 mi 2.8
Sterling School Tooele 2.2 mi 5.9
ST MARGUERITE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Tooele 2.2 mi 5.9
Clarke N. Johnsen Jr High Tooele 2.9 mi 5.5
Overlake School Tooele 2.9 mi 2.9
Copper Canyon School Tooele 3.0 mi 4.7
Middle Canyon School Tooele 3.0 mi 5.7
Excelsior Academy Erda 5.3 mi 6.1
ALPINE ACADEMY - MOUNTAIN VIEW CAMPUS Erda 6.0 mi 7.7
Stansbury High Stansbury Park 7.0 mi 3.7
Rose Springs School Stansbury Park 7.1 mi 4.5
Bonneville Academy Stansbury Park 7.7 mi 6.0
Stansbury Park School Stansbury Park 7.8 mi 5.0
Twenty Wells Elementary Grantsville 6.8 mi 3.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 84074 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$102,313

Median Home Value

$383,300

Median Rent

$1,197/mo

Population

57,470

College Educated

23.9%

Homeownership

83.3%

Avg Commute

30 min

Poverty Rate

4.2%

Median Age

32.3

Community Profile

The community surrounding Blue Peak High has a median household income of $102,313. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $383,300, with a median rent of $1,197/month. The local poverty rate of 4.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
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Horizon School Saratoga Springs, UT 6.1
Jordan Valley School Midvale, UT 6.2
Post HS Self-Cont St. George, UT 6.2
Dugway Dugway, UT 5.3
Jean Massieu School for the Deaf Salt Lake City, UT 6.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Blue Peak High

What grades does Blue Peak High serve?

Blue Peak High serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Blue Peak High?

Blue Peak High has an enrollment of approximately 125 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Blue Peak High?

The student-teacher ratio at Blue Peak High is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Blue Peak High rank in UT?

Blue Peak High is ranked #652 out of 1,014 schools in UT.

What is Blue Peak High's MySchoolScout rating?

Blue Peak High has a composite rating of 5.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Blue Peak High?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Blue Peak High has 32.0% math proficiency and 49.5% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Blue Peak High a charter school?

No, Blue Peak High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Blue Peak High a Title I school?

No, Blue Peak High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Blue Peak High?

52.0% of students at Blue Peak High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (1,710/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Tooele). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
125
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Free/Reduced Lunch
52.0%
Type
alternative
Setting
Distant Town
County
Tooele County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Tooele District
District Enrollment
16,087
Schools in District
27
Per-Pupil Spending
$8,733
District Rank
#7 of 24

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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