Very Good
#228 of 1,015 schools in UT
Top 22% in state
Polaris High School
High School · Alpine District
708 So Utah Valley Drive, American Fork, UT 84003
Enrollment
200
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
7.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
200
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
7.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Utah schools
#228 of 1,015
In American Fork
#2 of 13
public schools
In district
#16 of 88
Alpine District
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Polaris High School
High School in American Fork · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Polaris High School
Polaris High School is a public high school in American Fork, UT, part of Alpine District. Polaris High School serves approximately 200 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Polaris High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #228 of 1,015 schools in UT.
Structured state assessment records for Polaris High School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2021) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2021).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 5.8
- UT avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Polaris High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Polaris High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Polaris High School — Students at Polaris High School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
41.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores UT EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 8 test records from UT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.6/10.
How Polaris High School Compares
See how Polaris High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
708 So Utah Valley Drive, American Fork, UT 84003
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Polaris High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Summit High (rated 5.9/10), a more accessible option. Additionally, American Fork High (rated 5.5/10, 1.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in American Fork, see our American Fork schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Summit High American Fork | 0.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Odyssey Charter School American Fork | 0.2 mi | 7.0 |
| LIAHONA PREPARATORY ACADEMY Pleasant Grove | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Athenian eAcademy American Fork | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Greenwood School American Fork | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Barratt School American Fork | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Dan W. Peterson American Fork | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Forbes School American Fork | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| American Fork High American Fork | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Mount Mahogany School Pleasant Grove | 1.4 mi | 2.9 |
| Alpine Online School American Fork | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Spectrum Academy - Pleasant Grove Pleasant Grove | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Shelley School American Fork | 2.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Manila School Pleasant Grove | 2.3 mi | 6.4 |
| American Fork Jr High American Fork | 2.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Lincoln Academy Pleasant Grove | 2.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Legacy School American Fork | 2.9 mi | 7.3 |
| John Hancock Charter School Pleasant Grove | 2.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Pleasant Grove Jr High Pleasant Grove | 2.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Grovecrest School Pleasant Grove | 2.6 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 84003 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$120,262
Median Home Value
$580,600
Median Rent
$1,692/mo
Population
55,259
College Educated
49.6%
Homeownership
75.1%
Avg Commute
21.8 min
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Median Age
27.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Polaris High School
What grades does Polaris High School serve?
Polaris High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Polaris High School?
Polaris High School has an enrollment of approximately 200 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Polaris High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Polaris High School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Polaris High School rank in UT?
Polaris High School ranks #228 of 1,015 schools in UT.
What is Polaris High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Polaris High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Polaris High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Polaris High School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2021) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2021).
Is Polaris High School a charter school?
No, Polaris High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Polaris High School a Title I school?
No, Polaris High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Polaris High School?
41.5% of students at Polaris High School 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 200
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 41.5%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Utah County
- Phone
- (801) 610-8180
- 4-Year Graduation
- 72.0%
Resources & Links
District
Alpine District- District Enrollment
- 87,051
- Schools in District
- 91
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,266
- District Rank
- #16 of 88
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