Average
#570 of 1,015 schools in UT
Mound Fort Junior High
Middle School · Ogden City District
1400 MOUND FORT DR, Ogden, UT 84404
Enrollment
592
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
6.1
Grades
7th – 9th
Enrollment
592
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
6.1
Grades
7th – 9th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Utah schools
#570 of 1,015
In Ogden
#26 of 49
public schools
In district
#9 of 18
Ogden City District
Academic growth
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Mound Fort Junior High
Middle School in Ogden · grades 7th – 9th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mound Fort Junior High
Mound Fort Junior High is a public middle school in Ogden, UT, part of Ogden City District. Mound Fort Junior High serves approximately 592 students, and covers grades 7th-9th, and has a 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mound Fort Junior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #570 of 1,015 schools in UT.
Structured state assessment records for Mound Fort Junior High show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- UT avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Mound Fort Junior High sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
58% of students at Mound Fort Junior High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Mound Fort Junior High — Students at Mound Fort Junior High score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores UT RISE (2024-25)
Based on 29 test records from UT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.2/10.
How Mound Fort Junior High Compares
See how Mound Fort Junior High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1400 MOUND FORT DR, Ogden, UT 84404
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mound Fort Junior High may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Polk School (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Liberty Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ogden, see our Ogden schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Canyon View Preschool Ogden | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Ogden Preschool Ogden | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Ben Lomond High Ogden | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Bonneville School Ogden | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| New Bridge School Ogden | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| East Ridge Elementary School Ogden | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Highland Junior High Ogden | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| North Region Blind Ogden | 0.9 mi | — |
| Kenneth Burdett School Ogden | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Ogden Preparatory Academy Ogden | 0.9 mi | 3.2 |
| Davinci Academy Ogden | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Leadership Learning Academy - Ogden Ogden | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| CHILDRENS CLASSIC Ogden | 1.1 mi | 3.1 |
| Heritage School Ogden | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Polk School Ogden | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| George Washington High Ogden | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Ogden High Ogden | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Ogden | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Ogden | 2.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Liberty Elementary School Ogden | 2.6 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 84404 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,917
Median Home Value
$352,700
Median Rent
$1,304/mo
Population
65,875
College Educated
21.7%
Homeownership
74.1%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
7.6%
Median Age
34
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| North Sanpete Middle Moroni, UT | 5.9 |
| Millcreek Jr High Bountiful, UT | 6.3 |
| Ephraim Middle Ephraim, UT | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mound Fort Junior High
What grades does Mound Fort Junior High serve?
Mound Fort Junior High serves students in grades 7th through 9th.
How many students attend Mound Fort Junior High?
Mound Fort Junior High has an enrollment of approximately 592 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mound Fort Junior High?
The student-teacher ratio at Mound Fort Junior High is 18.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mound Fort Junior High rank in UT?
Mound Fort Junior High ranks #570 of 1,015 schools in UT.
What is Mound Fort Junior High's MySchoolScout rating?
Mound Fort Junior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Mound Fort Junior High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mound Fort Junior High has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Mound Fort Junior High a charter school?
No, Mound Fort Junior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mound Fort Junior High a Title I school?
No, Mound Fort Junior High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mound Fort Junior High?
67.9% of students at Mound Fort Junior High 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 9th
- Enrollment
- 592
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Weber County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.4%
- Phone
- (801) 737-7800
Resources & Links
District
Ogden City District- District Enrollment
- 10,411
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,734
- District Rank
- #9 of 18
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