Best Schools in Provo, Utah
30 schools · 15 Elementary · 2 Middle · 7 High · 6 Other
Choosing a school in Provo?
Use this page to compare every school in Provo 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.
Canyon Crest School
Elementary · Provo District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Wasatch School
Elementary · Provo District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Lakeview School
Elementary · Provo District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Provo for 2026 are Canyon Crest School (9.4/10), Wasatch School (9.2/10), and Lakeview School (9.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 22 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
30
23 public · 7 private
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$432,800
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Schools
30
23 public · 7 private
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$432,800
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Rates 8.6/10 despite 61% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.8 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 Provo schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Provo
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (Top 10 of 22 rated schools; 30 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Canyon Crest School | 9.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Wasatch School | 9.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Lakeview School | 9.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Provo Peaks School | 8.6 / 10 |
| 5 | Sunset View School | 8.4 / 10 |
| 6 | Rock Canyon School | 8.3 / 10 |
| 7 | Walden School of Liberal Arts | 8.1 / 10 |
| 8 | Timpview High | 7.7 / 10 |
| 9 | Centennial Middle | 7.5 / 10 |
| 10 | Freedom Preparatory Academy | 7.0 / 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
- 6.5/10
- Median household income
- $63,797
- Median home value
- $432,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 45%
- Avg commute
- 19 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 40%
39% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Provo compares
Utah rank
#39 of 86
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.1
above Utah avg (6.4)
Median household income
$64k
75% of Utah median
Schools in this city
28
Provo District runs 87% of Provo's public schools
Provo touches 4 districts, but Provo District is the one most addresses actually attend.
Provo District accounts for 20 of 23 public schools (87%). The other 3 districts hold the remaining 3.
Among 22 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 3.3 to 9.4 — the spread is inside Provo, not a citywide average.
3 of the 23 public schools are charters (13%), so the district split is not the whole market.
- Provo District20 public · 87%
- Freedom Preparatory Academy1 public · 4%
- Treeside Charter School1 public · 4%
- Walden School of Liberal Arts1 public · 4%
About Schools in Provo, Utah
Provo's public school landscape spans 23 ranked schools with an average score of 6.4 out of 10 — a solid mid-range baseline anchored by a strong upper tier. Seven schools, or 30% of the city's ranked public options, score 7.0 or above, giving parents meaningful choice at the higher end of the performance spectrum.
The elementary level is where Provo's strongest performers concentrate. Provo Peaks School leads the city at 8.9 out of 10, placing it among the top-performing elementary schools in the region. Westridge School follows at 8.6, and Wasatch School rounds out the top three elementary options at 8.1. Amelia Earhart School, also at the elementary level, scores 7.6. Together, these four elementary campuses form a clear tier of high-performing options for families with younger children. Walden School of Liberal Arts earns a 7.8 and stands out as the top-rated alternative program in the city — worth a close look for families seeking a non-traditional academic track.
Below the 7.0 threshold, scores spread across a range that reflects Provo's typical urban district variation. The city average of 6.4 suggests that most schools perform adequately but that the gap between the top and middle tiers is real and worth factoring into neighborhood decisions. Parents prioritizing academic performance should map school attendance zones early, since the highest-rated campuses are not evenly distributed across the city.
Practically speaking, Provo rewards parents who do their geographic homework. The 7-and-above cluster — seven schools representing nearly a third of all ranked options — gives families a realistic set of strong targets, especially at the elementary level where the concentration is highest. For older students, options thin out at the top of the ratings, so parents of middle and high schoolers should look closely at program offerings and growth data beyond the headline score. Start with Provo Peaks and Westridge if elementary attendance zones align with your address; then use school scores alongside class size, extracurriculars, and commute to finalize the shortlist.
Elementary Schools
15 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 492 students · Kindergarten–6th | 9.4 |
| 2 | 582 students · Kindergarten–6th | 9.2 |
| 3 | 694 students · Kindergarten–6th | 9.0 |
| 4 | 537 students · Pre-K–6th | 8.6 |
| 5 | 608 students · Pre-K–6th | 8.4 |
| 6 | 489 students · Kindergarten–6th | 8.3 |
| 7 | 399 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.4 |
| 8 | 649 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.4 |
| 9 | 615 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.4 |
| 10 | 483 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.2 |
Show all 15 elementary schools in Provo
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,118 students · 7th–8th | 7.5 |
| 2 | 882 students · 7th–8th | 5.4 |
High Schools
7 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,268 students · 9th–12th | 7.7 | ||
| 2 | 1,981 students · 7th–12th | 5.8 | ||
| 3 | 278 students · 5th–12th | 4.5 | ||
Private Schools4 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | The Herritage SchoolPrivate 82 students · 7th–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Byu Online High SchoolPrivate 746 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 3 | Oasis ProvoPrivate 15 students · 5th–11th | Not Rated | ||
| 4 | 29 students · 8th–12th | Not Rated | ||
Other Schools
6 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 379 students · Pre-K–12th | 8.1 | ||
| 2 | 1,319 students · Pre-K–12th | 7.0 | ||
| 3 | 265 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 5.1 | ||
| 4 | 53 students · Kindergarten–12th | 4.8 | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Slope SchoolPrivate 143 students · Pre-K–9th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Ivy Hall AcademyPrivate 220 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Provo
Provo, Utah · 30 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 3 ZIP codes
Median Income
$63,797
Median Home Value
$432,800
Median Rent
$1,150/mo
Population
112,551
College Educated
45%
Homeownership
40%
Avg Commute
19 min
Poverty Rate
22.3%
Community Profile
Provo has a median household income of $63,797. It is a well-educated community where 45% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $432,800, with a median rent of $1,150/month. The area has a poverty rate of 22.3%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 19 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Utah
- Elementary
- 15
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 7
- Other
- 6
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Provo, Utah
How many schools are in Provo, Utah?
Provo has 30 schools, including 23 public and 7 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Provo, Utah?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Provo is 6.5 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 Provo, Utah?
The top-ranked school in Provo on MySchoolScout is Canyon Crest School with a composite score of 9.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Provo, Utah?
The top-ranked elementary school in Provo on MySchoolScout is Canyon Crest School with a composite score of 9.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Provo, Utah?
The top-ranked middle school in Provo on MySchoolScout is Centennial Middle with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best high school in Provo, Utah?
The top-ranked high school in Provo on MySchoolScout is Timpview High with a composite score of 7.7/10.
How many school districts serve Provo, Utah?
Provo is served by 4 school districts: Walden School of Liberal Arts, Freedom Preparatory Academy, Treeside Charter School, Provo District.
What is the education level in Provo, Utah?
According to Census data, 45% of adults in Provo have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Provo, Utah?
The median household income in Provo is approximately $63,797 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Provo, Utah?
Yes, Provo has 7 private schools alongside 23 public schools. The top-rated private school is The Herritage School with a score of 8.4/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Provo, Utah?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Provo is 22.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Provo, 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.