Utah County Academy of Science

Summary:

Utah County Academy of Science is a public magnet charter high school located in Orem, Utah, serving grades 9-12 with a student population of 556. The school is part of the Utah County Academy of Science District, which is ranked 2 out of 98 districts in Utah and is rated 5 stars out of 5 by SchoolDigger.

Utah County Academy of Science consistently ranks among the top high schools in Utah, often placing in the top 1-4 out of over 130 high schools. This is evidenced by its 5-star rating from SchoolDigger and its exceptional test scores, with 81.9% of 10th graders proficient or better in English Language Arts, 72.6% in Mathematics, and 73.4% in Science, significantly outperforming the state averages. The school has a relatively low free/reduced lunch rate, ranging from 14.75% to 19.85% in recent years, indicating a relatively affluent student population compared to the surrounding schools.

While Utah County Academy of Science significantly outperforms the nearby public high schools, such as Pleasant Grove High, Timpview High, and Timpanogos High, in academic metrics, the nearby public charter school, Karl G. Maeser Preparatory Academy, also performs exceptionally well and is ranked 4th out of 138 Utah high schools, similar to Utah County Academy of Science.

Detail:

Public, Magnet, Charter 9-12

940 W 800 S
Orem, UT 84058

(801) 863-2222

District: Utah County Academy of Science

SchoolDigger Rank:
2^nd of 138 Utah High Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $8,825

Student/teacher ratio: 24.9

Number of students: 549

Racial breakdown:

White:

61.6%

Hispanic:

29.9%

Two or more races:

3.5%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 17.3%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Utah County Academy of Science ranks better than 98.6% of high schools in Utah. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 99.2. (See more...)

The four-year cohort graduation rate measures the percentage of students at Utah County Academy of Science who earn a standard high school diploma within four years of starting ninth grade.

The high school dropout rate measures the percentage of students who do not complete their high school education.

Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.

Student Body

Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (61.6%), Hispanic (29.9%), two or more races (3.5%). (See more...)

Compare Details 17.3% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Utah County Academy of Science is 24.9. (See more...)

Compare Utah County Academy of Science employs 22 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at Utah County Academy of Science is $8,825.

Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Utah County Academy of Science:

SchoolDigger ranks Utah County Academy of Science 2^nd of 138 Utah public high schools. (See Utah County Academy of Science in the ranking list.)

High School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:

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Utah County Academy of Science:

SchoolDigger ranks Utah County Academy of Science 2^nd of 98 Utah school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Utah County Academy of Science

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Rank History for all students at Utah County Academy of Science

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	UT State Percentile
2008	79.57	3^rd	142	97.9%
2009	84.10	5^th	148	96.6%
2010	76.72	3^rd	153	98.0%
2011	78.41	5^th	164	97.0%
2012	68.18	14^th	166	91.6%
2013	83.47	3^rd	167	98.2%
2014	94.23	2^nd	120	98.3%
2015	98.77	1^st	131	99.2%
2016	96.66	1^st	129	99.2%
2017	94.01	3^rd	125	97.6%
2018	95.21	2^nd	123	98.4%
2019	97.05	4^th	136	97.1%
2021	99.52	1^st	129	99.2%
2022	99.72	2^nd	131	98.5%
2023	99.86	1^st	139	99.3%
2024	99.20	2^nd	138	98.6%

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Rank History for Hispanic students at Utah County Academy of Science

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	UT State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2022	100.00	1^st	62	98.4%

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Rank History for White students at Utah County Academy of Science

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	UT State Percentile
2022	99.81	2^nd	123	98.4%
2023	99.84	1^st	122	99.2%
2024	99.32	2^nd	123	98.4%

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Data source: test scores: Utah State Board of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Data source: Utah State Board of Education

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Enrollment information for Utah County Academy of Science

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Not Specified	Total
2006	158	3	3	16	2	n/a	n/a	0	182
2007	259	3	7	35	5	n/a	n/a	0	309
2008	262	2	5	34	4	n/a	n/a	0	307
2009	297	3	10	27	3	n/a	n/a	0	340
2010	285	3	13	32	2	n/a	n/a	3	338
2011	304	5	19	27	4	6	0	0	365
2012	327	2	15	35	2	6	2	0	389
2013	341	3	9	37	0	4	5	0	399
2014	350	0	3	45	0	2	4	0	404
2015	345	1	8	42	0	1	6	0	403
2016	323	1	13	48	0	1	7	0	393
2017	305	0	12	68	0	4	7	0	396
2018	305	3	13	76	1	3	4	0	405
2019	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	0	0
2020	411	7	27	140	0	6	14	0	605
2021	466	4	22	159	1	8	20	0	680
2022	424	4	22	170	0	3	22	0	645
2023	354	3	20	158	1	5	15	0	556
2024	338	6	16	164	2	4	19	0	549

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

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Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Utah County Academy of Science

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2006	182	12.0	15.2	14.3
2007	309	10.1	30.6	16.5
2008	307	9.3	33.0	15.6
2009	340	14.3	23.7	15.9
2010	338	10.8	31.0	20.9
2011	365	10.5	34.6	23.6
2012	389	11.6	33.3	27.2
2013	399	10.6	37.4	31.8
2014	404	10.8	37.2	18.8
2015	403	n/a	n/a	17.9
2016	393	n/a	n/a	13.7
2017	396	10.8	36.4	16.4
2018	405	n/a	n/a	15.1
2019	0	n/a	n/a	n/a
2020	605	21.8	27.7	21.2
2021	680	n/a	n/a	19.9
2022	645	26.6	24.2	16.9
2023	556	22.2	24.9	14.7
2024	549	22.0	24.9	17.3

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Utah County Academy of Science

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2006	182	12.0	15.2	14.3
2007	309	10.1	30.6	16.5
2008	307	9.3	33.0	15.6
2009	340	14.3	23.7	15.9
2010	338	10.8	31.0	20.9
2011	365	10.5	34.6	23.6
2012	389	11.6	33.3	27.2
2013	399	10.6	37.4	31.8
2014	404	10.8	37.2	18.8
2015	403	n/a	n/a	17.9
2016	393	n/a	n/a	13.7
2017	396	10.8	36.4	16.4
2018	405	n/a	n/a	15.1
2019	0	n/a	n/a	n/a
2020	605	21.8	27.7	21.2
2021	680	n/a	n/a	19.9
2022	645	26.6	24.2	16.9
2023	556	22.2	24.9	14.7
2024	549	22.0	24.9	17.3

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Utah County Academy of Science

Year	Expenditures from Federal Funds	Expenditures from State and Local Funds	Total Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019	$919 (10.4%)	$7,906 (89.6%)	$8,825

Data source: Utah Department of Education

Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Utah County Academy of Science

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Rankings

Rank Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Rank Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Ranks 4^th of 136 High schools	Ranks 1^st of 139 High schools	2.2%

Test Scores

	% proficient Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	% proficient Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
9th Grade English Language Arts (Utah County Academy of Science)	82.6	83.4	0.8%
9th Grade English Language Arts (Utah County Academy of Science)	82.6	83.4	0.8%
9th Grade English Language Arts (Utah)	48.2	44	4.2%
9th Grade Mathematics (Utah County Academy of Science)	86.7	70.5	16.2%
9th Grade Mathematics (Utah County Academy of Science)	86.7	70.5	16.2%
9th Grade Mathematics (Utah)	43.6	32.8	10.8%
9th Grade Science (Utah County Academy of Science)	69.6	82	12.4%
9th Grade Science (Utah County Academy of Science)	69.6	82	12.4%
9th Grade Science (Utah)	36.2	38.1	1.9%
10th Grade English Language Arts (Utah County Academy of Science)	75.4	86.9	11.5%
10th Grade English Language Arts (Utah County Academy of Science)	75.4	86.9	11.5%
10th Grade English Language Arts (Utah)	49.5	45.3	4.2%
10th Grade Mathematics (Utah County Academy of Science)	63.2	77.4	14.2%
10th Grade Mathematics (Utah County Academy of Science)	63.2	77.4	14.2%
10th Grade Mathematics (Utah)	36.3	27.7	8.6%
10th Grade Science (Utah County Academy of Science)	50.4	78.7	28.3%
10th Grade Science (Utah County Academy of Science)	50.4	78.7	28.3%
10th Grade Science (Utah)	33	32.2	0.8%

Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Total Students	0	556
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	∞	14.7%

Schools Near Utah County Academy of Science

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2024)				Ranking (2023)				Utah Aspire Plus English Language Arts (2024)		Utah Aspire Plus Mathematics (2024)		Utah Aspire Plus Science (2024)		RISE English Language Arts (2024)		RISE Mathematics (2024)		RISE Science (2024)		Per Pupil Expenditures (2019)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	SchoolDigger Rating (2024)	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	Rank Change from Previous Year	Utah Aspire Plus English Language Arts 9th Grade	Utah Aspire Plus English Language Arts 10th Grade	Utah Aspire Plus Mathematics 9th Grade	Utah Aspire Plus Mathematics 10th Grade	Utah Aspire Plus Science 9th Grade	Utah Aspire Plus Science 10th Grade	RISE English Language Arts 7th Grade	RISE English Language Arts 8th Grade	RISE Mathematics 7th Grade	RISE Mathematics 8th Grade	RISE Science 7th Grade	RISE Science 8th Grade	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Utah County Academy of Science	Public, Magnet, Charter	9-12	940 W 800 S	Orem	84058	Utah County	Utah County Academy of Science	Yes	Yes	No	No	(801) 863-2222	549	22	24.9	17.3%	338 (61.6%)	6 (1.1%)	164 (29.9%)	16 (2.9%)	2 (0.4%)	4 (0.7%)	19 (3.5%)	99.2	2^nd of 138 public high schools	98.6%		99.9	1^st of 139 public high schools	99.3%	1	62.7	81.9	76.7	72.6	82.5	73.4							$8,825	$919	$7,906
Mountain View High	Public	10-12	665 W Center	Orem	84057	Utah County	Alpine District	No	No	No	No	(801) 610-8160	1,541	64	24.1	31.4%	874 (56.7%)	19 (1.2%)	557 (36.1%)	14 (0.9%)	9 (0.6%)	18 (1.2%)	50 (3.2%)	33	94^th of 138 public high schools	31.9%		35.1	88^th of 139 public high schools	36.7%	6		42.2		13.4		31.9							$10,156	$265	$9,891
Orem High	Public	10-12	175 S 400 E	Orem	84097	Utah County	Alpine District	No	No	No	No	(801) 610-8165	1,299	52	24.8	24.5%	865 (66.6%)	14 (1.1%)	308 (23.7%)	13 (1.0%)	7 (0.5%)	34 (2.6%)	58 (4.5%)	64.4	37^th of 138 public high schools	73.2%		55.1	55^th of 139 public high schools	60.4%	18		50.6		33.7		38.6							$9,355	$375	$8,979
Provo High	Public	7-12	1199 North Lakeshore Dr	Provo	84601	Utah County	Provo District	No	No	No	No	(801) 373-6550	1,981	81	24.4	37.9%	1,005 (50.7%)	11 (0.6%)	788 (39.8%)	25 (1.3%)	20 (1.0%)	59 (3.0%)	72 (3.6%)	22.4	113^th of 138 public high schools	18.1%		21.2	113^th of 139 public high schools	18.7%		34.4	36.2	23.9	17.6	28.1	22.4							$9,806	$484	$9,322
Timpanogos High	Public	10-12	1450 N 200 E	Orem	84057	Utah County	Alpine District	No	No	No	No	(801) 610-8175	1,455	61	23.9	22.5%	1,038 (71.3%)	10 (0.7%)	333 (22.9%)	18 (1.2%)	3 (0.2%)	16 (1.1%)	37 (2.5%)	68.8	31^st of 138 public high schools	77.5%		62.2	40^th of 139 public high schools	71.2%	9		54.2		30.9		42.8							$8,923	$322	$8,602
Karl G. Maeser Preparatory Academy	Public, Charter	7-12	320 W 600 S	Lindon	84042	Utah County	Karl G. Maeser Preparatory Academy	Yes	No	No	No	(801) 235-9000	635	34	18.5	6.6%	441 (69.4%)	5 (0.8%)	102 (16.1%)	56 (8.8%)	0 (0.0%)	3 (0.5%)	28 (4.4%)	97.4	4^th of 138 public high schools	97.1%		96.3	4^th of 139 public high schools	97.1%		75.3	81.1	61.8	68.2	61.2	58.5	61.0	58.1	52.2	41.4	65.0	61.9	$6,273	$122	$6,151
Independence High	Public	5-12	636 N Independence Ave	Provo	84601	Utah County	Provo District	No	No	No	No	(801) 374-4920	278	21	13.4	55.8%	113 (40.6%)	4 (1.4%)	138 (49.6%)	2 (0.7%)	4 (1.4%)	9 (3.2%)	8 (2.9%)								(n/a)													$15,106	$779	$14,327
Provo Adult Education	Public	9-12	636 N Independence Ave	Provo	84601	Utah County	Provo District	No	No	No	No	(801) 374-4840	0	1	.0		0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()								(n/a)
Timpview High	Public	9-12	3570 N 650 E	Provo	84604	Utah County	Provo District	No	No	No	No	(801) 221-9720	2,268	93	24.4	27.1%	1,450 (63.9%)	22 (1.0%)	547 (24.1%)	58 (2.6%)	8 (0.4%)	85 (3.7%)	98 (4.3%)	67.6	33^rd of 138 public high schools	76.1%		65.8	32^nd of 139 public high schools	77.0%	1	54.2	59.5	40.4	38.3	39.8	34.4							$9,035	$473	$8,562
Pleasant Grove High	Public	10-12	700 E 200 S	Pleasant Grove	84062	Utah County	Alpine District	No	No	No	No	(801) 610-8170	2,009	79	25.3	16.6%	1,604 (79.8%)	17 (0.8%)	282 (14.0%)	11 (0.5%)	7 (0.3%)	16 (0.8%)	72 (3.6%)	38.3	88^th of 138 public high schools	36.2%		47.1	72^nd of 139 public high schools	48.2%	16		42.9		25.1		27.5							$8,110	$270	$7,840

Frequently Asked Questions about Utah County Academy of Science

What is the racial makeup of Utah County Academy of Science?

Students at Utah County Academy of Science are 62% White, 30% Hispanic, 3% Two or more races, 3% Asian, 1% African American.

How many students attend Utah County Academy of Science?

In the 2023-24 school year, 549 students attended Utah County Academy of Science.

Is Utah County Academy of Science a good school?

Yes! Utah County Academy of Science is one of the best high schools in the state. It ranks 2^nd of 138 Utah high schools.

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