Serving 645 students in grades 9-12, Utah County Of Science ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 645 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Utah County Of Science ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Utah County Of Science's student population of 645 students has grown by 60% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 145% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
645 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Utah County Of Science ranks within the top 1% of all 975 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Utah County Of Science is 0.50, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#9 out of 975 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-84%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
26%
19%
Black
1%
1%
White
66%
72%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
22%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Utah County Of Science's ranking?
Utah County Of Science is ranked #9 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Utah County Of Science?
The graduation rate of Utah County Of Science is 95%, which is higher than the Utah state average of 88%.
How many students attend Utah County Of Science?
645 students attend Utah County Of Science.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Utah County Of Science students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Utah County Of Science?
Utah County Of Science has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 22:1.
What grades does Utah County Of Science offer ?
Utah County Of Science offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Utah County Of Science part of?
Utah County Of Science is part of Utah County Academy Of Science School District.
In what neighborhood is Utah County Of Science located?
Utah County Of Science is located in the Sunset Heights neighborhood of Orem, UT. There are 1 other public schools located in Sunset Heights.
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