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Larsen School

Elementary School · Nebo District

1175 E FLONETTE DRIVE, Spanish Fork, UT 84660

Enrollment

380

Student-Teacher

19:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Utah schools

#684 of 1,015

In Spanish Fork

#7 of 15

public schools

In district

#25 of 47

Nebo District

School environment

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Larsen School

5.6/10

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

Diamond Fork Middle

4.1/10

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4.3/10

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About Larsen School

Larsen School is a public elementary school in Spanish Fork, UT, part of Nebo District. Larsen School serves approximately 380 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. Larsen School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #684 of 1,015 schools in UT.

Structured state assessment records for Larsen School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% 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

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.3Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.07 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42% (2025 RISE)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35% (2025 RISE)
Overall Proficiency39% (2025 RISE, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2025 RISE)
vs. Expected+2.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile47th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19:1
Per-Pupil Spending$8,911
Chronic Absenteeism25%

Larsen School — Students at Larsen School score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

43.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores UT RISE (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 46.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 46.6% (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
77%
ELA
76%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
73%
2011
Math
78%
ELA
80%
2012
Math
70%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
29%
ELA
30%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
40%
2015
Math
39%
ELA
39%
2016
Math
38%
ELA
40%
2017
Math
36%
ELA
41%
2018
Math
34%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
34%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
31%
ELA
31%
2021*
Math
31%
ELA
31%
2025
Math
42%
ELA
35%

* 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: 4.3/10.

How Larsen School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.6/10
33th percentile in UT
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
4.3/10
Below Average
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
43%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.0%

Location

1175 E FLONETTE DRIVE, Spanish Fork, UT 84660

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Larsen School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Maple Ridge School (rated 8.6/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Mapleton), which scores notably higher. Another option is East Meadows School (rated 7.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sierra Bonita Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Spanish Fork, see our Spanish Fork schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Diamond Fork Middle Spanish Fork 0.3 mi 4.1
Spanish Fork Jr High Spanish Fork 0.5 mi 4.3
Park School Spanish Fork 0.6 mi 5.5
Sierra Bonita Elementary Spanish Fork 0.6 mi 7.5
Rees School Spanish Fork 0.8 mi 6.2
Canyon School Spanish Fork 1.0 mi 7.0
Maple Mountain High Spanish Fork 1.1 mi 5.4
East Meadows School Spanish Fork 1.3 mi 7.9
Landmark High Spanish Fork 1.3 mi 6.8
Spanish Fork High Spanish Fork 1.4 mi 5.2
Brockbank School Spanish Fork 1.6 mi 3.0
Riverview School Spanish Fork 1.6 mi 5.6
NEW HAVEN SCHOOL Spanish Fork 1.7 mi 6.5
Spanish Oaks School Spanish Fork 1.9 mi 5.3
Maple Ridge School Mapleton 1.9 mi 8.6
DISCOVERY RANCH Mapleton 2.0 mi 4.7
American Leadership Academy Spanish Fork 2.0 mi 6.9
Maple Grove Middle Mapleton 2.4 mi 5.3
Elizabeth DeLong School of the Deaf Orem 3.3 mi 6.3
Blind South Orem 3.3 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 84660 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$98,398

Median Home Value

$452,100

Median Rent

$1,393/mo

Population

47,004

College Educated

38.1%

Homeownership

79%

Avg Commute

19.8 min

Poverty Rate

6.2%

Median Age

27.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Larsen School

What grades does Larsen School serve?

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

How many students attend Larsen School?

Larsen School has an enrollment of approximately 380 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Larsen School?

The student-teacher ratio at Larsen School is 19:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Larsen School rank in UT?

Larsen School ranks #684 of 1,015 schools in UT.

What is Larsen School's MySchoolScout rating?

Larsen 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 Larsen School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Larsen School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Larsen School a charter school?

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

Is Larsen School a Title I school?

No, Larsen School is not currently a Title I school.

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

43.2% of students at Larsen 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
45 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
24 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
380
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
43.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Utah County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.0%

District

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

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