Brighton High School in Cottonwood Heights, Utah is located about ten miles south of Salt Lake City. It serves students in grades 9-12 for the Canyons School District.
Serving 2,393 students in grades 8-12, Brighton High School ranks in the top 20% 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 45% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 2,393 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brighton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Brighton High School's student population of 2,393 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
2,393 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Year Founded
1969
Colors
White, Blue, Orange
School Rankings
Brighton High School ranks within the top 20% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brighton High School is 0.35, 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
#188 out of 957 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)69%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)53%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
10%
20%
Black
1%
1%
White
80%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Brighton Bengal Tiger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brighton High School's ranking?
Brighton High School is ranked #188 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Brighton High School often compared to?
Brighton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillcrest High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brighton High School?
The graduation rate of Brighton High School is 92%, which is higher than the Utah state average of 88%.
How many students attend Brighton High School?
2,393 students attend Brighton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Brighton High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brighton High School?
Brighton High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Brighton High School offer ?
Brighton High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Brighton High School part of?
Brighton High School is part of Canyons School District.
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