Very Good
#15 of 77 private schools in UT
Top 18% of private schools
Arches Academy
Elementary School
280 S 400 E, Orem, UT 84097
Enrollment
84
Student-Teacher
5.6:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
84
Student-Teacher
5.6:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Utah private schools
#15 of 77
In Orem
#1 of 3
public schools
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Arches Academy
Elementary School in Orem · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Arches Academy
Arches Academy is a private elementary school in Orem, UT. Arches Academy serves approximately 84 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Arches Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #15 of 77 private schools in UT.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- UT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 84 students, Arches Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 5.6:1 students to teachers, Arches Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Arches Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Arches Academy compares to 19 public schools serving similar grades in Orem, UT
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arches Academy (this school) | 7.2 |
| Centennial Elementary | 7.3 |
| Noah Webster Academy | 5.8 |
| Cascade School | 6.0 |
| Orem School | 8.4 |
| Lakeridge Jr High | 4.4 |
| Westmore School | 3.7 |
| Parkside Elementary | 4.1 |
| Canyon View Jr High | 5.6 |
| Cherry Hill School | 5.8 |
| Orchard School | 7.9 |
| Foothill School | 7.5 |
| Orem Jr High | 3.8 |
| Windsor School | 5.9 |
| Bonneville School | 5.2 |
| Northridge School | 6.1 |
| Lumen Scholar Institute | 7.3 |
| Aspen School | 7.5 |
| Elizabeth DeLong School of the Deaf | 6.3 |
| Blind South | — |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in UT.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in UT
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
280 S 400 E, Orem, UT 84097
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Arches Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Orem School (rated 8.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Orchard School (rated 7.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Foothill School (rated 7.5/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Orem, see our Orem schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Orem High Orem | 0.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Centennial Elementary Orem | 0.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Noah Webster Academy Orem | 0.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Cascade School Orem | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Westmore School Orem | 1.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Lakeridge Jr High Orem | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Orem School Orem | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| IVY HALL ACADEMY Provo | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Canyon View Jr High Orem | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Cherry Hill School Orem | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Mountain View High Orem | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| PROVO CANYON SCHOOL-PROVO CAMPUS Provo | 1.3 mi | — |
| Orchard School Orem | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Parkside Elementary Orem | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Walden School of Liberal Arts Provo | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Foothill School Orem | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| TELOS ACADEMY Orem | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| THE HERRITAGE SCHOOL Provo | 1.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Windsor School Orem | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Timpanogos High Orem | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 84097 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$97,034
Median Home Value
$506,900
Median Rent
$1,414/mo
Population
22,024
College Educated
50.2%
Homeownership
71.1%
Avg Commute
21.5 min
Poverty Rate
5%
Median Age
29.5
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| IQRA ACADEMY OF UTAH Salt Lake City, UT | 7.0 |
| Tabiona School Tabiona, UT | 7.0 |
| MONTESSORI COMMUNITY SCHOOL OF SALT LAKE CITY Salt Lake City, UT | 6.8 |
| DANCING MOOSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL West Valley City, UT | 6.7 |
| GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sandy, UT | 7.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Arches Academy
What grades does Arches Academy serve?
Arches Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Arches Academy?
Arches Academy has an enrollment of approximately 84 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Arches Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Arches Academy is 5.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Arches Academy rank in UT?
Arches Academy ranks #15 of 77 private schools in UT.
What is Arches Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Arches Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Arches Academy a private school?
Yes, Arches Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Arches Academy a religious school?
No, Arches Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 84
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Utah County
- Phone
- (801) 374-5480
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