For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 4,346 students in 84121, UT.
The top-ranked public high schools in 84121, UT are Academy For Math Engineering & Science, Brighton High School and Cottonwood High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 84121 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Utah public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 43% statewide average). High schools in 84121, UT have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Utah public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 84121 have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is less than the Utah average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Academy For Math Engineering & Science, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Utah or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Utah public high school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 84121, UT Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Academy For Math Engineering & Science
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5715 S 1300 E
Salt Lake City, UT 84121
(801) 278-9460
Salt Lake City, UT 84121
(801) 278-9460
Gr: 9-12 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Brighton High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2220 E 7695 S
Salt Lake City, UT 84121
(801) 826-5800
Salt Lake City, UT 84121
(801) 826-5800
Gr: 8-12 | 2,435 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #33.
Cottonwood High School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5715 S 1300 E
Salt Lake City, UT 84121
(385) 646-5264
Salt Lake City, UT 84121
(385) 646-5264
Gr: 9-12 | 1,451 student Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 84121, UT?
The top-ranked public high schools in 84121, UT include Academy For Math Engineering & Science, Brighton High School and Cottonwood High School.
How many public high schools are located in 84121?
3 public high schools are located in 84121.
What is the racial composition of students in 84121?
84121 public high schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Utah public high schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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