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Art City School

Elementary School · Nebo District

121 N 900 E, Springville, UT 84663

Enrollment

445

Student-Teacher

20.2:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Utah schools

#683 of 1,015

In Springville

#8 of 12

public schools

In district

#24 of 47

Nebo District

School environment

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Art City School

5.6/10

Elementary School in Springville · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Bridges Nebo Transition Center

5.6/10

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3.9/10

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About Art City School

Art City School is a public elementary school in Springville, UT, part of Nebo District. Art City School serves approximately 445 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 20.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Art City School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #683 of 1,015 schools in UT.

Structured state assessment records for Art City School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • UT avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Art City School runs 20.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.2Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.12 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.0Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45.6% (2025 RISE)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41.4% (2025 RISE)
Overall Proficiency43% (2025 RISE, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2025 RISE)
vs. Expected+2.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile57th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$8,911
Chronic Absenteeism25.8%

Art City School — Students at Art City School score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

34.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores UT RISE (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 56.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 57.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 29 test records from UT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
82%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
86%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
84%
ELA
83%
2012
Math
85%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
53%
2014
Math
51%
ELA
48%
2015
Math
44%
ELA
48%
2016
Math
40%
ELA
45%
2017
Math
44%
ELA
48%
2018
Math
46%
ELA
46%
2019
Math
46%
ELA
46%
2020*
Math
45%
ELA
45%
2021*
Math
45%
ELA
45%
2025
Math
45.6%
ELA
41.4%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.2/10.

How Art City School Compares

See how Art City School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
33th percentile in UT
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
4.2/10
Below Average
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
34%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.8%

Location

121 N 900 E, Springville, UT 84663

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Art City School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Maple Ridge School (rated 8.6/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Mapleton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hobble Creek School (rated 7.3/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Mapleton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Meadow Brook School (rated 7.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Springville, see our Springville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Bridges Nebo Transition Center Springville 0.3 mi 5.6
Brookside School Springville 0.5 mi 3.9
Springville Jr High Springville 0.7 mi 5.7
Springville High Springville 0.9 mi 6.7
Cherry Creek School Springville 0.9 mi 6.4
Sage Creek School Springville 1.2 mi 6.6
Spring Canyon Middle Springville 1.6 mi 5.4
Westside School Springville 1.5 mi 5.8
Mapleton Junior High Mapleton 2.1 mi 3.4
Meadow Brook School Springville 1.9 mi 7.2
Reagan Academy Springville 1.9 mi 6.7
Elizabeth DeLong School of the Deaf Orem 2.1 mi 6.3
Blind South Orem 2.1 mi
Hobble Creek School Mapleton 2.3 mi 7.3
Mapleton School Mapleton 2.6 mi 6.8
Merit College Preparatory Academy Springville 2.2 mi 5.4
MERIDIAN SCHOOL Springville 2.2 mi 5.8
Maple Grove Middle Mapleton 2.9 mi 5.3
PROVO CANYON SCHOOL - SPRINGVILLE CAMPUS Springville 2.4 mi 7.5
Maple Ridge School Mapleton 3.1 mi 8.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 84663 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$88,919

Median Home Value

$430,600

Median Rent

$1,475/mo

Population

35,889

College Educated

38.9%

Homeownership

70.3%

Avg Commute

23.3 min

Poverty Rate

7.6%

Median Age

28.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Art City School

What grades does Art City School serve?

Art City School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Art City School?

Art City School has an enrollment of approximately 445 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Art City School?

The student-teacher ratio at Art City School is 20.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Art City School rank in UT?

Art City School ranks #683 of 1,015 schools in UT.

What is Art City School's MySchoolScout rating?

Art City School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Art City School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Art City School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Art City School a charter school?

No, Art City School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Art City School a Title I school?

No, Art City School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Art City School?

34.2% of students at Art City School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
41 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
26 Some Transit
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
445
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
34.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Utah County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.8%

District

Nebo District
District Enrollment
44,446
Schools in District
49
Per-Pupil Spending
$8,911
District Rank
#24 of 47

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