Who We Are
Community
Alta High School is nestled in the heart of Sandy, Utah, serving a vibrant and diverse community. Our school is a hub for local activities and a source of pride for residents. We actively engage with community members, fostering strong partnerships and encouraging involvement in school events and initiatives.
School
Alta High School is a beacon of academic excellence, known for its rigorous curriculum and dedicated faculty. We offer a wide range of programs designed to challenge and inspire students, from advanced placement courses to specialized vocational training. Our state-of-the-art facilities provide an optimal environment for learning and growth.
Student Population
Our student body reflects the rich diversity of our community. We are home to over 2,000 students from various cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. This diversity enhances our educational experience, promoting an inclusive environment where all students feel valued and supported. Our demographics include approximately 75% Caucasian, 15% Hispanic, 2% African American, 3% Asian, and 5% from other ethnic backgrounds.
Our Mission
We are an inclusive learning community with a tradition of inspiring, supporting, and collaborating with students as they prepare to be engaged citizens in their pursuit of continuous success.
Our Vision
Inspiring Success Through Participation
We inspire success in academics, extracurricular activities, and leadership through active student engagement.
Our Opportunities
Advanced Placement Distinction
Alta High school has one of the largest AP programs in Utah. AP courses are offered in American Government/Politics, Art History, Studio Art 2D & 3D, Biology, Calculus, Chemistry, Chinese, Computer Science, English Language Composition, English Literature & Composition, European History, French, German, Human Geography, Music Theory, Physics, Psychology, Spanish, Statistics, US History, World History.
Concurrent Enrollment
Through Concurrent Enrollment offered, students may earn college credit through Salt Lake Community College. Alta’s graduating seniors earned 2,744* Concurrent Enrollment college credits at Alta during the 23-24 school year.
*Concurrent Enrollment opportunities exist for freshmen, sophomores, and juniors. Additional credits were earned by these underclassmen in the 23-24 school year not included in this number.
Career & Technology Education
Through Career and Technology Education, students can get the training and education they need to create a successful career path. CTE courses include Business and Marketing, Engineering & Technology, Digital Media & Technology, Family and Consumer Science, Health Science, and Woodworking and Technology, Other CTE programs include: Career Internship Program and many classes offered through the Canyons Technical Education Center and Jordan Applied Technology Center.
Educational Offerings
Advanced Placement Courses: 29
Honors Courses: 16
Concurrent Courses: 27
Athletics
Alta is a 5A-size school which offers team sports at the Sophomore, Junior Varsity, and Varsity levels. They include: football, basketball, baseball, volleyball, softball, tennis, soccer, track, cross-country, golf, drill team, wrestling and lacrosse. Alta has a long tradition of State Championships.
Link Crew
Link Crew is a high school transition program that welcomes freshmen and makes them feel comfortable throughout the first year of their high school experience. Built on the belief that students can help students succeed, Alta’s Link Crew program trains mentors from our junior and senior classes to be Link Crew Leaders. AS positive role models, Link Crew Leaders are mentors and student leaders who guide the freshmen to discover what it takes to be successful during the transition to high school and help facilitate freshman success.
