Serving 742 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Orchard Hills 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 37% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 742 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Orchard Hills School's student population of 742 students has grown by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
742 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Orchard Hills School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orchard Hills School is 0.38, 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
#611 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)36%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
17%
21%
Black
2%
1%
White
77%
69%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.1%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orchard Hills School's ranking?
Orchard Hills School is ranked #611 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Orchard Hills School often compared to?
Orchard Hills Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Santaquin School, Rock Canyon School, Deerfield School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Orchard Hills School?
742 students attend Orchard Hills School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Orchard Hills School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orchard Hills School?
Orchard Hills School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Orchard Hills School offer ?
Orchard Hills School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Orchard Hills School part of?
Orchard Hills School is part of Nebo School District.
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