Summary:
ZIP code 84790 in St. George has three high schools serving grades 7–12 or 10–12: Desert Hills High, Pine View High, and Millcreek High, all part of Washington District.
Desert Hills High is the clear overall standout. It ranked third among 139 Utah high schools in 2025–2026 and posted the area’s strongest results: a 96.3% graduation rate, 1.0% dropout rate, and just 3.8% chronic absenteeism. Its proficiency rates were 69.4% in English, 56.4% in math, and 60.7% in science, exceeding both district and state results in every subject. For families prioritizing consistently strong academics, graduation, and attendance, Desert Hills appears to be the strongest choice in the ZIP code.
Pine View High has shown substantial academic improvement, rising from 108th to 55th statewide in one year. Math and science gains were especially notable, and its results were above state averages in those subjects. However, its 86.4% graduation rate, 9.4% dropout rate, and 21.5% chronic absenteeism remain important concerns. Millcreek High is much smaller, serves grades 7–12, and has limited current school-level testing data. Its graduation rate is 89.4%, but chronic absenteeism is exceptionally high at 57%, making attendance the central issue for families to investigate. School size, grade configuration, and program structure differ considerably, so parents should consider each student’s needs alongside these statistics.
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