Serving 729 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Centennial Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 729 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centennial Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Centennial Elementary School's student population of 729 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
729 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Centennial Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 975 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centennial Elementary School is 0.50, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#184 out of 975 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)53%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)51%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
23%
20%
Black
2%
1%
White
67%
71%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centennial Elementary School's ranking?
Centennial Elementary School is ranked #184 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Centennial Elementary School often compared to?
Centennial Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Canyon Crest School, Edgemont School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Centennial Elementary School?
729 students attend Centennial Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Centennial Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Centennial Elementary School?
Centennial Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 22:1.
What grades does Centennial Elementary School offer ?
Centennial Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Centennial Elementary School part of?
Centennial Elementary School is part of Alpine School District.
In what neighborhood is Centennial Elementary School located?
Centennial Elementary School 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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