gradeC+
Overall Niche Grade
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Academics
gradeC
Diversity
gradeB
Teachers
gradeB
College Prep
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Clubs & Activities
gradeC+
Administration
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Sports
gradeB
Food
gradeC+
Resources & Facilities
gradeC
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Payson High School is a public school located in PAYSON, UT. It has 1,554 students in grades 6-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 23 to 1. According to state test scores, 15% of students are at least proficient in math and 35% in reading.
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About Payson High School...
- AP Offered
- Gifted Prog. Offered
- High School
- Middle School
- School District
- Nebo School District
- Utah
- Payson
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Academics
Percent Proficient - Reading
This is the percentage of students that scored at or above proficiency levels on their state reading/language arts assessment test. Because states implement these tests differently, use caution when comparing this data to data from another state.
35%
Percent Proficient - Math
This is the percentage of students that scored at or above proficiency levels on their state math assessment test. Because states implement these tests differently, use caution when comparing this data to data from another state.
15%
Average Graduation Rate
This is the percentage of 12th graders who graduated. Because states calculate graduation rates differently, use caution when comparing this data to data from another state.
94%
Average SAT
Average SAT composite score out of 1600, as reported by Niche users from this school.
910
6
responses
Average ACT
Average ACT composite score out of 36, as reported by Niche users from this school.
AP Enrollment
8%
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Living in the Area
Payson
gradeB
Overall Niche Grade
How are grades calculated?Data Sources
Cost of Living
gradeC
Good for Families
gradeB
Housing
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Median Household Income
$81,387
National
$75,149
Median Rent
$1,258
National
$1,268
Median Home Value
$339,400
National
$281,900
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Culture & Safety
Poll
86%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school.35 responses
Poll
86%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.35 responses
Poll
What are your favorite school events or traditions?
Based on
144 responses
Gender Wars
20%
Penny Wars
16%
Dances
15%
Talent Show
13%
Home coming week
9%
Lagoon
8%
Mansetters
6%
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Students
Diversity
gradeB
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
1,554
Free or Reduced Lunch
25%
83%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.41 responses
76%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.41 responses
73%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.41 responses
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Teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
Student-Teacher Ratio may not be indicative of class size. It is calculated using the reported number of students and full-time equivalent teachers.
23:1
National
17:1
Average Teacher Salary
Average salary for all teachers within the district.
$62,425
Teachers in First/Second Year
23.4%
63%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.51 responses
76%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.51 responses
69%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.51 responses
Clubs & Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Average
Expenses Per Student
$7,198/ year
National
$12,239
79%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.52 responses
48%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.52 responses
60%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.52 responses
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Payson High School Reviews
Rating 3.87 out of 5 359 reviews
Rating 4 out of 5
Um, so, the bathrooms. They're a little, um, nasty. I have seen many concerning things in the PHS bathrooms. I don't wanna know what it's like in the boys bathrooms. I have seen bloody pads stuck to the wall, a lot of stalls don't lock, and about 4 sinks don't work. Most of the teachers suck, but there are a few really nice, chill ones. The dress code is pretty much not a thing at this point (or maybe even ever), there's girls literally wearing bras to school. I don't want to know what's in this school's lunch food. Um, I like the school layout, it's fun and has an outside middle part courtyard thing. I've sluffed a few times and teachers will just walk past me, saying nothing. Rarely do I hear a "get to class." Majority of the staff just literally don't care if you sluff. But it's cool cus like Kevin Bacon was in Footloose which was filmed at this school and he's coming back for prom, so yeah! Idk. Like, the school isn't THAT bad but it is very.. unique :)
- Sophom*ore
- 2 months ago
Rating 4 out of 5
I would describe Payson as a pretty average school. It is an older building, so of course the facilities aren't the greatest compared to other schools, but it's never bad to the point it's hard to work or do anything at school. They have amazing counselors and a big focus at Payson is college readiness. I've applied to many schools, looked at opportunities, and learned how to apply for extra scholarships all because of them. It is very easy to focus and the teachers I have had have been great for the most part. Sports are a little underwhelming if you're not on the football team, however. I am a soccer player, and we haven't been able to have a good coach my past three years here. We just don't get the backing, and part of that is just the fact that soccer is not a huge deal around the area anyway. But, I can say that I have had a great high school experience thanks to Payson!
- Senior
- 7 months ago
Rating 4 out of 5
I have gone to Payson High School for the past three years, and it has been a pretty good experience overall. There are definitely some things that should be changed, like how disgusting the bathrooms are and how many people are allowed to roam the halls during classes. There should be more reinforcement on the dress code and on the school policies because there are some that are not kept at all. On the flip side though, I have learned a lot in my time here and have gained an education. It has been fun and I am excited to say that I'll graduate from Payson High.
- Senior
- 6 months ago
