Pleasant Grove High School is a public high school located at approximately 700 East, 200 South in Pleasant Grove, Utah, United States. It was established in 1918. The current school location began student attendance in 1959. Previously the high school was located on 100 East between Center and 100 South.
Serving 2,009 students in grades 10-12, Pleasant Grove High School ranks in the top 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 30% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 2,009 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pleasant Grove High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Pleasant Grove High School's student population of 2,009 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
2,009 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Year Founded
1912
Colors
White, Grey, Royal blue
School Rankings
Pleasant Grove High School ranks within the top 50% of all 975 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasant Grove High School is 0.34, 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
#421 out of 975 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)52%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)33%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
14%
20%
Black
1%
1%
White
80%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasant Grove High School's ranking?
Pleasant Grove High School is ranked #421 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Pleasant Grove High School often compared to?
Pleasant Grove High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like American Fork High School, Lone Peak High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pleasant Grove High School?
The graduation rate of Pleasant Grove High School is 89%, which is higher than the Utah state average of 88%.
How many students attend Pleasant Grove High School?
2,009 students attend Pleasant Grove High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Pleasant Grove High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pleasant Grove High School?
Pleasant Grove High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Pleasant Grove High School offer ?
Pleasant Grove High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is Pleasant Grove High School part of?
Pleasant Grove High School is part of Alpine School District.
School Reviews
5 3/3/2020
I love Pleasant Grove high there are just some problems with respect.
5 9/23/2008
This school has outstanding teachers as well as a great admin. They're AP programs are phenomenal.
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