Orem High School is a high school in Orem, Utah, part of the Alpine School District. It was originally built in 1956, and has since undergone major renovations. The old school building was torn down and a replacement was built in what was the former building's parking lot, in 2010.
Serving 1,299 students in grades 10-12, Orem High 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 27% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 1,299 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Orem High School's student population of 1,299 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
1,299 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
1956
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Mascot
Tigers
School Rankings
Orem High 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 Orem High School is 0.50, 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
#680 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)39%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)29%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
24%
20%
Black
1%
1%
White
67%
71%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orem High School's ranking?
Orem High School is ranked #680 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Orem High School often compared to?
Orem High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Timpanogos High School, Mountain View High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Orem High School?
The graduation rate of Orem High School is 91%, which is higher than the Utah state average of 88%.
How many students attend Orem High School?
1,299 students attend Orem High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Orem High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orem High School?
Orem High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Orem High School offer ?
Orem High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is Orem High School part of?
Orem High School is part of Alpine School District.
In what neighborhood is Orem High School located?
Orem High School is located in the Scera Park North neighborhood of Orem, UT. There are 1 other public schools located in Scera Park North.
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