Best Public Schools in Vernal, UT

The city of Vernal, Utah is home to 11 schools, including 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 2 high schools, and 1 alternative school. The data reveals stark performance differences between the top-performing schools, such as Uintah High, Discovery School, and Maeser School, and the lower-performing schools, like Ashley School and Naples School.

The top-performing schools stand out for their consistently high test scores, with over 50% of students proficient in core subjects like English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science. Uintah High ranks in the top 32% of Utah high schools, while Discovery School and Maeser School are among the top 35% and 20% of Utah elementary schools, respectively. These high-performing schools also have relatively low percentages of free/reduced lunch recipients, indicating a more advantaged student population.

The data also reveals the availability of alternative and online educational options in the Uintah District, including Ashley Valley Educ. Center and Uintah Online School. While these non-traditional options provide additional choices for families, their performance metrics are generally lower than the top-performing traditional schools in the area.