Blind South serves 10 students in grades Prekindergarten-6.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Special education school / Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 10 students
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blind South ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Blind South's student population of 10 students has grown by 150% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
10 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Blind South is 0.46, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
10%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
70%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
20%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
23%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Blind South?
10 students attend Blind South.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Blind South students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, and 10% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Blind South offer ?
Blind South offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Blind South part of?
Blind South is part of Utah Schools For Deaf & Blind School District.
In what neighborhood is Blind South located?
Blind South is located in the Scera Park South neighborhood of Orem, UT. There are 2 other public schools located in Scera Park South.
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