Serving 537 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Provo Peaks School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 537 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Provo Peaks School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Provo Peaks School's student population of 537 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
537 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Provo Peaks School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 975 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Provo Peaks School is 0.64, 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
#624 out of 975 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)37%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)41%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
46%
20%
Black
2%
1%
White
39%
71%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Provo Peaks School's ranking?
Provo Peaks School is ranked #624 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Provo Peaks School?
537 students attend Provo Peaks School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Provo Peaks School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Provo Peaks School?
Provo Peaks School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Provo Peaks School offer ?
Provo Peaks School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Provo Peaks School part of?
Provo Peaks School is part of Provo School District.
In what neighborhood is Provo Peaks School located?
Provo Peaks School is located in the Joaquin neighborhood of Provo, UT. There are 1 other public schools located in Joaquin.
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