Serving 520 students in grades 3-5, Pahvant School ranks in the top 20% 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 49% (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 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 520 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PAHVANT SCHOOL serves the western part of Richfield, UT, encompassing an area of approximately 93.5 square miles. Most families typically drive 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 11.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pahvant School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Pahvant School's student population of 520 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
520 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1958
School Calendar
School Motto
Aim to be a better me.
School Rankings
Pahvant School ranks within the top 20% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pahvant School is 0.24, 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
#172 out of 957 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)49%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)41%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
21%
Black
1%
1%
White
87%
69%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.9%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
23%
11%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Jr. Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pahvant School's ranking?
Pahvant School is ranked #172 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Utah.
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 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Pahvant School?
520 students attend Pahvant School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Pahvant School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% 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 Pahvant School?
Pahvant School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Pahvant School offer ?
Pahvant School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Pahvant School part of?
Pahvant School is part of Sevier School District.
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