Serving 769 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Old Mill School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 769 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Old Mill Elementary serves the northeast part of Heber City, UT, covering an extensive attendance area of approximately 532.2 square miles. Families typically drive 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 33 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Old Mill School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Old Mill School's student population of 769 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
769 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Old Mill School ranks within the top 1% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Old Mill School is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5 out of 957 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)66%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
12%
21%
Black
n/a
1%
White
84%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Old Mill School's ranking?
Old Mill School is ranked #5 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Old Mill School often compared to?
Old Mill Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like J.r. Smith School, Midway School, Heber Valley School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Old Mill School?
769 students attend Old Mill School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Old Mill School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Old Mill School?
Old Mill School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Old Mill School offer ?
Old Mill School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Old Mill School part of?
Old Mill School is part of Wasatch School District.
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