Serving 1,051 students in grades 7-8, Scott M Matheson Jr 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 18% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower 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 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,051 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Scott M Matheson Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Scott M Matheson Jr High School's student population of 1,051 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
1,051 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
2002
School Rankings
Scott M Matheson Jr 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 Scott M Matheson Jr High School is 0.59, 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
#889 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)22%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)23%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
49%
21%
Black
2%
1%
White
41%
69%
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scott M Matheson Jr High School's ranking?
Scott M Matheson Jr High School is ranked #889 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Scott M Matheson Jr High School often compared to?
Scott M Matheson Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas Jefferson Jr High School, Elk Ridge Middle School, Hunter Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Scott M Matheson Jr High School?
1,051 students attend Scott M Matheson Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Scott M Matheson Jr High School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Scott M Matheson Jr High School?
Scott M Matheson Jr High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Scott M Matheson Jr High School offer ?
Scott M Matheson Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Scott M Matheson Jr High School part of?
Scott M Matheson Jr High School is part of Granite School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall Break
October 15, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Spring Break
March 29, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 26, 2027 (Wednesday)
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