Serving 659 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Orem School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 659 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Orem School serves the eastern part of its district in Orem, UT, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Families can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edges of the attendance zone located about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orem School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Orem School's student population of 659 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
659 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
The Cub Way
School Rankings
Orem School ranks within the top 10% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orem School is 0.50, which is more 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
#56 out of 957 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)61%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)62%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
27%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
66%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.1%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Cub colors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orem School's ranking?
Orem School is ranked #56 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Orem School often compared to?
Orem Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parkside Elementary School, Foothill School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Orem School?
659 students attend Orem School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Orem School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orem School?
Orem School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Orem School offer ?
Orem School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Orem School part of?
Orem School is part of Alpine School District.
In what neighborhood is Orem School located?
Orem School is located in the Orem Park neighborhood of Orem, UT. There are 1 other public schools located in Orem Park.
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