School Overview
Uintah High School, located in Vernal, Utah, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Uintah School District. Situated in the heart of the Uinta Basin, the school functions as a central hub for the community’s teenagers, offering a comprehensive academic curriculum alongside a robust variety of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, performing arts, and career and technical education (CTE) programs. The school is known for its strong school spirit—often associated with the "Utes" mascot—and plays a significant role in the cultural and social life of the Vernal area.

Beyond its standard academic offerings, Uintah High is focused on preparing students for life after graduation, whether that involves pursuing higher education, entering the workforce, or joining the military. The school emphasizes a supportive learning environment, utilizing its official website as a primary portal for students and parents to access resources such as course catalogs, event calendars, athletic schedules, and administrative announcements. As the anchor high school for the region, it remains a focal point for academic and community development in Eastern Utah.
1,843
Total Students
76.0
Full-Time Teachers
24.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
28.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Uintah High
Demographic Student Count
White1,485
Hispanic205
Black13
Asian8
Two or More43
American Indian84
Pacific Islander5
  • White
    1,485 (80.6%)
  • Hispanic
    205 (11.1%)
  • American Indian
    84 (4.6%)
  • Two or More
    43 (2.3%)
  • Black
    13 (0.7%)
  • Asian
    8 (0.4%)
  • Pacific Islander
    5 (0.3%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Uintah District
Phone: (435)781-3110
Website: http://uintahhigh.net/default.aspx
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,843
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 76.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 24.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 435
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 91
Grades Taught
Grade 9 526
Grade 10 487
Grade 11 435
Grade 12 395

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Uintah High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9526
Grade 10487
Grade 11435
Grade 12395
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Uintah High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female90248.9%
Male94151.1%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)