Snow Canyon High School is a public high school in St. George, Utah, United States. It is part of the Washington County School District. Zone: west St. George, Santa Clara and Ivins. As of January 2019, it serves 1,165 students making it the fourth largest high school in St. George and in the district.
Serving 1,324 students in grades 10-12, Snow Canyon High 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 25% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 1,324 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Snow Canyon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Snow Canyon High School's student population of 1,324 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
1,324 students
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Year Founded
1994
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Creating a Student-Centered Community Focused on Learning, Growth, and Excellence for ALL
School Rankings
Snow Canyon High 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 Snow Canyon High School is 0.49, which is more 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
#536 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)48%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)53%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
25%
21%
Black
1%
1%
White
67%
69%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Washington School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Warriors
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Snow Canyon High School's ranking?
Snow Canyon High School is ranked #536 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Snow Canyon High School often compared to?
Snow Canyon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dixie High School, Desert Hills High School, Pine View High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Snow Canyon High School?
The graduation rate of Snow Canyon High School is 94%, which is higher than the Utah state average of 88%.
How many students attend Snow Canyon High School?
1,324 students attend Snow Canyon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Snow Canyon High School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Snow Canyon High School?
Snow Canyon High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Snow Canyon High School offer ?
Snow Canyon High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is Snow Canyon High School part of?
Snow Canyon High School is part of Washington School District.
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