Best Schools in Orem, Utah
26 schools · 16 Elementary · 3 Middle · 5 High · 2 Other
Choosing a school in Orem?
Use this page to compare every school in Orem by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Utah County Academy of Science
High · Utah County Academy of Science. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Orem School
Elementary · Alpine District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Orchard School
Elementary · Alpine District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Orem for 2026 are Utah County Academy of Science (8.7/10), Orem School (8.4/10), and Orchard School (7.9/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 23 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
26
23 public · 3 private
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$449,067
home value · ACS
Districts
5
serving the city
Schools
26
23 public · 3 private
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$449,067
home value · ACS
Districts
5
serving the city
Rates 8.4/10 despite 27% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.1 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Orem schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Orem
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (23 of 26). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Utah County Academy of Science | 8.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Orem School | 8.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Orchard School | 7.9 / 10 |
| 4 | Foothill School | 7.5 / 10 |
| 5 | Aspen School | 7.5 / 10 |
| 6 | Centennial Elementary | 7.3 / 10 |
| 7 | Lumen Scholar Institute | 7.3 / 10 |
| 8 | Arches Academy | 7.2 / 10 |
| 9 | Telos Academy | 7.1 / 10 |
| 10 | Northridge School | 6.1 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.1/10
- Median household income
- $82,897
- Median home value
- $449,067
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 43%
- Avg commute
- 20 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 59%
36% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Orem compares
Utah rank
#45 of 84
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.2
below Utah avg (6.3)
Median household income
$83k
97% of Utah median
Schools in this city
25
About Schools in Orem, Utah
Orem's 22 ranked public schools average 6.4 out of 10. Eight of those schools — 36% of the total — score 7.0 or above, meaning above-average performance is a realistic outcome for many families, not a rare exception. The high-scoring campuses span elementary, high school, and specialized programs, so strong options are present at multiple grade levels across the city.
Northridge School leads all 22 campuses at 8.3, the highest score in Orem and the city's clear top elementary choice. Utah County Academy of Science follows at 7.9, the best high school in the ranked set and the top secondary option for families prioritizing academics. Both sit well above the city average of 6.4 — a gap that makes them natural starting points for any school search here.
Three more schools complete the top five. Orchard School and Elizabeth DeLong School of the Deaf both score 7.8. Orchard is a traditional elementary campus. Elizabeth DeLong serves students who are deaf or hard of hearing — a specialized program at the top of the performance rankings, not a standard neighborhood school. Orem School, also an elementary campus, rounds out the five at 7.6. Three of the five top scorers being elementary schools signals that the strongest academic outcomes in Orem concentrate at the grade-school level.
The 6.4 city average reflects a broad mid-tier of campuses that keep performance creditable across much of the city. With 36% of schools clearing 7.0, families who can't access a top-five school by address still have solid options in the remaining ranked pool. Elementary placement is address-based, so looking up your attendance zone is the fastest first step. For high school, Utah County Academy of Science is the clear standout — check enrollment details before committing to a specific neighborhood.
Elementary Schools
16 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 680 students · Pre-K–6th | 8.4 |
| 2 | 657 students · Pre-K–6th | 7.9 |
| 3 | 619 students · Pre-K–6th | 7.5 |
| 4 | 419 students · Pre-K–6th | 7.5 |
| 5 | 779 students · Pre-K–6th | 7.3 |
| 6 | 399 students · Pre-K–6th | 6.1 |
| 7 | 854 students · Pre-K–6th | 6.0 |
| 8 | 575 students · Pre-K–6th | 5.9 |
| 9 | 712 students · Pre-K–6th | 5.8 |
| 10 | 534 students · Kindergarten–6th | 5.8 |
Show all 16 elementary schools in Orem
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,092 students · 7th–9th | 5.6 |
| 2 | 1,360 students · 7th–9th | 4.4 |
| 3 | 892 students · 7th–9th | 3.8 |
High Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 549 students · 9th–12th | 8.7 | ||
| 2 | 1,455 students · 10th–12th | 6.0 | ||
| 3 | 1,299 students · 10th–12th | 5.2 | ||
| 4 | 1,541 students · 10th–12th | 4.5 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Telos Academy
Private
54 students · 8th–12th | 7.1 | ||
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 475 students · Kindergarten–12th | 7.3 |
| 2 | 45 students · Pre-K–12th | 6.3 |
Schools in Orem
Orem, Utah · 26 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 3 ZIP codes
Median Income
$82,897
Median Home Value
$449,067
Median Rent
$1,406/mo
Population
94,350
College Educated
43%
Homeownership
59%
Avg Commute
20 min
Poverty Rate
9.7%
Community Profile
Orem has a median household income of $82,897. It is a well-educated community where 43% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $449,067, with a median rent of $1,406/month. The local poverty rate of 9.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Utah
- Elementary
- 16
- Middle
- 3
- High
- 5
- Other
- 2
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Utah
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Orem, Utah
How many schools are in Orem, Utah?
Orem has 26 schools, including 23 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Orem, Utah?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Orem is 6.1 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Orem, Utah?
The top-ranked school in Orem on MySchoolScout is Utah County Academy of Science with a composite score of 8.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Orem, Utah?
The top-ranked elementary school in Orem on MySchoolScout is Orem School with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Orem, Utah?
The top-ranked middle school in Orem on MySchoolScout is Canyon View JR High with a composite score of 5.6/10.
What is the best high school in Orem, Utah?
The top-ranked high school in Orem on MySchoolScout is Utah County Academy of Science with a composite score of 8.7/10.
How many school districts serve Orem, Utah?
Orem is served by 5 school districts: Utah County Academy of Science, Alpine District, Noah Webster Academy, Utah Schools for the Deaf and the Blind, Lumen Scholar Institute.
What is the education level in Orem, Utah?
According to Census data, 43% of adults in Orem have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Orem, Utah?
The median household income in Orem is approximately $82,897 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Orem, Utah?
Yes, Orem has 3 private schools alongside 23 public schools. The top-rated private school is Arches Academy with a score of 7.2/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Orem, Utah?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Orem is 20.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Orem, Utah?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Utah Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.