Serving 549 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Provo Peaks School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% 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: 549 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Provo Peaks School serves a central area in Provo, UT, encompassing approximately 1.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Provo Peaks School's student population of 549 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
549 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Engaging Minds, Building Futures
School Rankings
Provo Peaks 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 Provo Peaks School is 0.63, 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
#489 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)37%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)41%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
48%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
37%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.4%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Yellow
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Provo Peaks School's ranking?
Provo Peaks School is ranked #489 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Provo Peaks School?
549 students attend Provo Peaks School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Provo Peaks School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Provo Peaks School?
Provo Peaks School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Provo Peaks School offer ?
Provo Peaks School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Provo Peaks School part of?
Provo Peaks School is part of Provo School District.
In what neighborhood is Provo Peaks School located?
Provo Peaks School is located in the Joaquin neighborhood of Provo, UT. There are 1 other public schools located in Joaquin.
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