Summary:
The city of Payson, Utah is home to 8 schools, including 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school, all part of the Nebo School District. The district is ranked 55 out of 98 in Utah and has a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Among the standout schools in Payson are Taylor School, an elementary school that ranks 268 out of 561 Utah elementary schools and has strong test scores, with 54.2% of 3rd graders proficient or better in English Language Arts and 61% proficient or better in Mathematics. Another high-performing elementary school is Spring Lake School, which ranks 311 out of 561 Utah elementary schools and has impressive test scores, particularly in 3rd grade Mathematics (57.3% proficient or better) and 5th grade Science (50.6% proficient or better). While Payson High has a relatively low statewide ranking (105 out of 138 Utah high schools), it stands out for its diverse student population, with 16.86% Hispanic students and 1.99% students of two or more races.
The data reveals significant disparities in academic performance between the highest-performing and lowest-performing schools in Payson. For example, in 5th grade Mathematics, the proficiency rate ranges from 8.5% at Barnett School to 50.9% at Park View School. Several schools, such as Spring Lake School and Park View School, have also seen their statewide rankings drop over the past few years, indicating potential challenges that need to be addressed.
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