Serving 386 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Walden School Of Liberal Arts ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walden School Of Liberal Arts's student population of 386 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
386 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. View full 21-year historical data
School Rankings
Walden School Of Liberal Arts 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 Walden School Of Liberal Arts is 0.30, 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
#690 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. View full 21-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
White
83%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥80%
88.3%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.7%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walden School Of Liberal Arts's ranking?
Walden School Of Liberal Arts is ranked #690 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?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Walden School Of Liberal Arts?
The graduation rate of Walden School Of Liberal Arts is 80%, which is lower than the Utah state average of 88.3%.
How many students attend Walden School Of Liberal Arts?
386 students attend Walden School Of Liberal Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Walden School Of Liberal Arts students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walden School Of Liberal Arts?
Walden School Of Liberal Arts has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Walden School Of Liberal Arts offer ?
Walden School Of Liberal Arts offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Walden School Of Liberal Arts part of?
Walden School Of Liberal Arts is part of Walden School Of Liberal Arts School District.
In what neighborhood is Walden School Of Liberal Arts located?
Walden School Of Liberal Arts is located in the River Bottoms neighborhood of Provo, UT.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Academics are amazing. The music and art programs are wonderful! All parents are required 20 hours of service to the school; always involved in everything we do!
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