Serving 546 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Wasatch School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 546 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Wasatch School serves a central area in Provo, UT, covering approximately 2.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wasatch School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Wasatch School's student population of 546 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
546 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1948
School Rankings
Wasatch School ranks within the top 10% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wasatch School is 0.50, 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
#83 out of 957 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)61%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)62%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
15%
21%
Black
1%
1%
White
69%
69%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.6%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wasatch School's ranking?
Wasatch School is ranked #83 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Wasatch School often compared to?
Wasatch Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edgemont School, Canyon Crest School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Wasatch School?
546 students attend Wasatch School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Wasatch School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wasatch School?
Wasatch School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Wasatch School offer ?
Wasatch School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Wasatch School part of?
Wasatch School is part of Provo School District.
In what neighborhood is Wasatch School located?
Wasatch School is located in the Foot Hills neighborhood of Provo, UT. There are 1 other public schools located in Foot Hills.
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