For the 2026-27 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 5,833 students in 84653, UT.
The top-ranked public schools in 84653, UT are Foothills School, American Preparatory Academy - Salem and Mt. Loafer School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 84653 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Utah public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 84653, UT have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Utah public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Utah public school average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Best 84653, UT Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Foothills School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
412 S 810 E
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 423-9172
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 423-9172
Gr: PK-6 | 605 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
American Preparatory Academy - Salem
Charter School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1195 S Elk Ridge Drive
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 465-4434
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 465-4434
Gr: K-10 | 570 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
Mt. Loafer School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1025 S 250 W
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 423-2705
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 423-2705
Gr: PK-6 | 642 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #44.
Salem Hills High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
150 N Skyhawk Blvd
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 423-3200
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 423-3200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,593 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #55.
Salem School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
140 W 100 S
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 423-1182
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 423-1182
Gr: PK-6 | 508 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #66.
Nebo Advanced Learning Center
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
161 E 400 N
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 489-2833
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 489-2833
Gr: K-12 | 2 students Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #77.
Salem Junior High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
598 North Main
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 423-6558
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 423-6558
Gr: 7-9 | 950 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #88.
Valley View Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1044 E 340 S
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 609-2795
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 609-2795
Gr: 6-7 | 963 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
84653, Utah Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
161 E 400 North
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 423-7029
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 423-7029
Gr: K-12 | 7,791 students Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 84653, UT?
The top-ranked public schools in 84653, UT include Foothills School, American Preparatory Academy - Salem and Mt. Loafer School.
How many public schools are located in 84653?
8 public schools are located in 84653.
What is the racial composition of students in 84653?
84653 public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Utah public schools average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
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