For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 4,926 students in Payson, UT.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Payson, UT are Spring Lake School, Park View School and Taylor School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Payson, UT public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Utah public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Payson have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Utah public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Utah public elementary school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Payson, UT (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Spring Lake School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1750 S 500 W
Payson, UT 84651
(801) 465-6070
Payson, UT 84651
(801) 465-6070
Gr: PK-6 | 567 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Park View School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
360 S 100 E
Payson, UT 84651
(801) 465-6010
Payson, UT 84651
(801) 465-6010
Gr: PK-6 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
Taylor School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
92 S 500 W
Payson, UT 84651
(801) 465-6050
Payson, UT 84651
(801) 465-6050
Gr: PK-6 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #44.
Barnett School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
456 N 300 E
Payson, UT 84651
(801) 465-6000
Payson, UT 84651
(801) 465-6000
Gr: PK-6 | 511 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #55.
Wilson School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
590 W 500 S
Payson, UT 84651
(801) 465-6060
Payson, UT 84651
(801) 465-6060
Gr: PK-6 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #66.
Payson High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1050 S Main
Payson, UT 84651
(801) 465-6025
Payson, UT 84651
(801) 465-6025
Gr: 6-12 | 1,601 student Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #77.
Mt. Nebo Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
851 W. 450 South
Payson, UT 84651
(801) 465-6040
Payson, UT 84651
(801) 465-6040
Gr: 6-7 | 1,104 student Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Payson, Utah Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
851 W 450 S
Payson, UT 84651
(801) 465-6040
Payson, UT 84651
(801) 465-6040
Gr: 6-7 | 1,081 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Payson, UT?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Payson, UT include Spring Lake School, Park View School and Taylor School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Payson?
7 public elementary schools are located in Payson.
What is the racial composition of students in Payson?
Payson public elementary schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Utah public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Payson are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Payson include: Taylor School vs. Wilson School, Park View School vs. Wilson School, Wilson School vs. Taylor School
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