Serving 426 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Walden School Of Liberal Arts 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 426 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walden School Of Liberal Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Walden School Of Liberal Arts's student population of 426 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
426 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walden School Of Liberal Arts 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 Walden School Of Liberal Arts is 0.30, which is less 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
#726 out of 975 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-24%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
12%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
83%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walden School Of Liberal Arts's ranking?
Walden School Of Liberal Arts is ranked #726 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Walden School Of Liberal Arts?
The graduation rate of Walden School Of Liberal Arts is 80%, which is lower than the Utah state average of 88%.
How many students attend Walden School Of Liberal Arts?
426 students attend Walden School Of Liberal Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Walden School Of Liberal Arts students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walden School Of Liberal Arts?
Walden School Of Liberal Arts has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 22:1.
What grades does Walden School Of Liberal Arts offer ?
Walden School Of Liberal Arts offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Walden School Of Liberal Arts part of?
Walden School Of Liberal Arts is part of Walden School Of Liberal Arts School District.
In what neighborhood is Walden School Of Liberal Arts located?
Walden School Of Liberal Arts is located in the River Bottoms neighborhood of Provo, UT.
School Reviews
5 11/3/2010
Academics are amazing. The music and art programs are wonderful! All parents are required 20 hours of service to the school; always involved in everything we do!
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