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West Desert High School
High School · Tintic District
440 TROUT CREEK, Trout Creek, UT 84083
Enrollment
9
Student-Teacher
4.5:1
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
9
Student-Teacher
4.5:1
Grades
7th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About West Desert High School
West Desert High School is a public high school in Trout Creek, UT, part of the Tintic District. The school serves approximately 9 students in grades 7th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 4.5:1. Students demonstrate 75% proficiency in math and 75% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $45,938, where 7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 9 students, West Desert High School 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 4.5:1, West Desert High School 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.
Located in a rural area, West Desert High School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 9 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.5:1
- Address
- 440 TROUT CREEK, Trout Creek, UT 84083
- Website
- tintic.k12.ut.us/wdhs/wdhs.htm
- Phone
- (435) 693-3112
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores UT EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 2 test records from UT state assessments. About our data
Funding & Resources
Location
440 TROUT CREEK, Trout Creek, UT 84083
Nearby Schools
2 within 27.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| West Desert School Trout Creek | 0.0 mi | — |
| Ibapah School Ibapah | 27.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 84083 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$45,938
Median Home Value
$166,700
Median Rent
$688/mo
Population
1,264
College Educated
7%
Homeownership
24.1%
Poverty Rate
22.2%
Median Age
28.6
Community Profile
The community surrounding West Desert High School has a median household income of $45,938. It is a community where 7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $166,700, with a median rent of $688/month. The area has a poverty rate of 22.2%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| KOLOB CANYON RTC New Harmony, UT | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about West Desert High School
What grades does West Desert High School serve?
West Desert High School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend West Desert High School?
West Desert High School has an enrollment of approximately 9 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at West Desert High School?
The student-teacher ratio at West Desert High School is 4.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at West Desert High School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, West Desert High School has 75.0% math proficiency and 75.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is West Desert High School a charter school?
No, West Desert High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is West Desert High School a Title I school?
No, West Desert High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for West Desert High School?
66.7% of students at West Desert 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
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 9
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Juab County
- Phone
- (435) 693-3112
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Tintic District- District Enrollment
- 275
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,442
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