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#815 of 1,015 schools in UT

Granite Technical Institute

High School · Granite District

2500 S STATE, Salt Lake City, UT 84115

Enrollment

98

Student-Teacher

2.7:1

Score

4.9

Grades

7th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Utah schools

#815 of 1,015

In Salt Lake City

#73 of 89

public schools

In district

#48 of 84

Granite District

School environment

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Granite Technical Institute

4.9/10

High School in Salt Lake City · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Granite Technical Institute

Granite Technical Institute is a public high school in Salt Lake City, UT, part of Granite District. Granite Technical Institute serves approximately 98 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 2.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Granite Technical Institute has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #815 of 1,015 schools in UT.

Structured state assessment records for Granite Technical Institute show 25% math proficiency (2017 EdFacts).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • UT avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 98 students, Granite Technical Institute is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 2.7:1 students to teachers, Granite Technical Institute sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 3/4 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics2.7Needs Improvement33%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency24.5% (2017 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency25% (2017 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2017 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-33.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile9th
College Readiness3.5Needs Improvement40%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.9Excellent27%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio2.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,000
Chronic Absenteeism7.1%

Granite Technical Institute — Students at Granite Technical Institute score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

How we calculate scores →

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores UT RISE (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 24.5% (2017 EdFacts)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency N/A
School
State
N/A

Based on 2 test records from UT state assessments. About our data

How Granite Technical Institute Compares

See how Granite Technical Institute performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.9/10
20th percentile in UT
Academic
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.9/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
3:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.1%

Location

2500 S STATE, Salt Lake City, UT 84115

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Granite Technical Institute may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Horizonte Instruction & Training Center (rated 8.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Utah International Charter School (rated 7.0/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby South Salt Lake), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Innovations High School (rated 4.5/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Salt Lake City, see our Salt Lake City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Headstart Preschool Special Education Salt Lake City 0.0 mi
Woodrow Wilson School Salt Lake City 0.1 mi 5.0
Granite Park Jr High Salt Lake City 0.8 mi 5.1
KEARNS-SAINT ANN SCHOOL Salt Lake City 0.8 mi 7.9
Innovations High School Salt Lake City 1.3 mi 4.5
Whittier School Salt Lake City 1.3 mi 8.1
Utah Connections Academy Salt Lake City 1.1 mi 5.6
Nibley Park School Salt Lake City 1.3 mi 6.9
Hawthorne School Salt Lake City 1.5 mi 9.2
Utah International Charter School South Salt Lake 1.7 mi 7.0
Olene Walker Elementary Salt Lake City 1.5 mi 4.5
Horizonte Instruction & Training Center Salt Lake City 1.8 mi 8.0
Lincoln School Salt Lake City 1.9 mi 6.6
Youth Educational Support School Salt Lake City 1.9 mi 4.8
Liberty School Salt Lake City 2.0 mi 5.8
Granite Connection High Salt Lake City 2.0 mi 5.9
ST JOHN'S COMMUNITY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Salt Lake City 2.2 mi 5.8
Riley School Salt Lake City 2.0 mi 3.7
Salt Lake Arts Academy Salt Lake City 2.4 mi 7.4
Emerson School Salt Lake City 2.2 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 84115 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,505

Median Home Value

$396,200

Median Rent

$1,263/mo

Population

28,411

College Educated

33.4%

Homeownership

38.5%

Avg Commute

19.5 min

Poverty Rate

17.6%

Median Age

33.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Granite Technical Institute

What grades does Granite Technical Institute serve?

Granite Technical Institute serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Granite Technical Institute?

Granite Technical Institute has an enrollment of approximately 98 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Granite Technical Institute?

The student-teacher ratio at Granite Technical Institute is 2.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Granite Technical Institute rank in UT?

Granite Technical Institute ranks #815 of 1,015 schools in UT.

What is Granite Technical Institute's MySchoolScout rating?

Granite Technical Institute has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Granite Technical Institute?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Granite Technical Institute has 25% math proficiency (2017 EdFacts).

Is Granite Technical Institute a charter school?

No, Granite Technical Institute is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Granite Technical Institute a Title I school?

No, Granite Technical Institute is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
79 Very Walkable
Transit Score
58 Good Transit
Bike Score
63 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
98
Student-Teacher Ratio
2.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Type
vocational
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Salt Lake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.1%

District

Granite District
District Enrollment
60,270
Schools in District
86
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,000
District Rank
#48 of 84

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