Serving 552 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gunnison Valley School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 552 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gunnison Valley School's student population of 552 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
552 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gunnison Valley School ranks within the top 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gunnison Valley School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#431 out of 957 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
15%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
83%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gunnison Valley School's ranking?
Gunnison Valley School is ranked #431 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Gunnison Valley School?
552 students attend Gunnison Valley School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Gunnison Valley School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gunnison Valley School?
Gunnison Valley School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Gunnison Valley School offer ?
Gunnison Valley School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Gunnison Valley School part of?
Gunnison Valley School is part of South Sanpete School District.
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