Serving 56 students in grades 7-8, Panguitch Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 56 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Panguitch Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Panguitch Middle School's student population of 56 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
56 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
Panguitch Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Panguitch Middle School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#497 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
9%
21%
Black
n/a
1%
White
89%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Garfield School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bobcat
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Panguitch Middle School's ranking?
Panguitch Middle School is ranked #497 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Panguitch Middle School?
56 students attend Panguitch Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Panguitch Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Panguitch Middle School?
Panguitch Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Panguitch Middle School offer ?
Panguitch Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Panguitch Middle School part of?
Panguitch Middle School is part of Garfield School District.
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