School Overview
Fossil Ridge Intermediate School, located in St. George, Utah, serves as a bridge between elementary and middle school for students in the Washington County School District. Catering primarily to 6th and 7th-grade students, the school focuses on a developmental transition period, providing a structured academic environment designed to prepare young adolescents for the increased responsibilities of secondary education. The school's mission emphasizes fostering both academic growth and social-emotional development, encouraging students to take ownership of their learning as they navigate these formative middle-level years.

Beyond its core curriculum, Fossil Ridge offers a variety of extracurricular activities and elective courses that allow students to explore personal interests in areas such as the arts, technology, and physical education. The school promotes a collaborative culture, highlighting strong partnerships between teachers, students, and parents to support student achievement. By maintaining a focus on inclusivity and community engagement, Fossil Ridge Intermediate aims to create a supportive, forward-thinking campus that helps students build the foundational skills and confidence necessary for success in high school and beyond.
727
Total Students
32.6
Full-Time Teachers
22.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
48.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Fossil Ridge Intermediate
Demographic Student Count
White463
Hispanic183
Black5
Asian6
Two or More29
American Indian13
Pacific Islander28
  • White
    463 (63.7%)
  • Hispanic
    183 (25.2%)
  • Two or More
    29 (4.0%)
  • Pacific Islander
    28 (3.9%)
  • American Indian
    13 (1.8%)
  • Asian
    6 (0.8%)
  • Black
    5 (0.7%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Washington District
Phone: (435)652-4706
Website: http://www.fossilschool.org
Grade Range: 6th - 7th
Total Students: 727
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 32.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 22.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 276
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 74
Grades Taught
Grade 6 378
Grade 7 349

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Fossil Ridge Intermediate
Grade Student Count
Grade 6378
Grade 7349
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Fossil Ridge Intermediate
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female34747.7%
Male38052.3%