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Mount Mahogany School

Elementary School · Alpine District

618 N 1300 W, Pleasant Grove, UT 84062

Enrollment

663

Student-Teacher

22.9:1

Score

2.9

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Utah schools

#1,006 of 1,015

In Pleasant Grove

#10 of 10

public schools

In district

#88 of 88

Alpine District

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Mount Mahogany School

2.9/10

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

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About Mount Mahogany School

Mount Mahogany School is a public elementary school in Pleasant Grove, UT, part of Alpine District. Mount Mahogany School serves approximately 663 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 22.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount Mahogany School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,006 of 1,015 schools in UT.

Structured state assessment records for Mount Mahogany School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares3.7 pts below district
  • This school 2.9 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 6.6
  • UT avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Mount Mahogany School runs 22.9:1 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.

42% of students at Mount Mahogany School 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.76 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.7Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27.4% (2025 RISE)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24.3% (2025 RISE)
Overall Proficiency26% (2025 RISE, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2025 RISE)
vs. Expected-10.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile18th
Resources & Environment3.0Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio22.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,266
Chronic Absenteeism41.8%

Mount Mahogany School — Students at Mount Mahogany School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

43.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores UT RISE (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 47.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 46.0% (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
71%
ELA
76%
2010
Math
70%
ELA
74%
2011
Math
76%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
78%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
45%
ELA
40%
2014
Math
49%
ELA
39%
2015
Math
49%
ELA
44%
2016
Math
48%
ELA
41%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
38%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
34%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
34%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
25%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
25%
2025
Math
27.4%
ELA
24.3%

* 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: 2.4/10.

How Mount Mahogany School Compares

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

Overall Score
2.9/10
1th percentile in UT
Academic
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
3.0/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
43%
Teaching Staff
23:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
41.8%

Location

618 N 1300 W, Pleasant Grove, UT 84062

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mount Mahogany School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. John Hancock Charter School (rated 7.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Odyssey Charter School (rated 7.0/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby American Fork), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Manila School (rated 6.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pleasant Grove, see our Pleasant Grove schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Dan W. Peterson American Fork 0.9 mi 3.9
Manila School Pleasant Grove 1.0 mi 6.4
Barratt School American Fork 1.0 mi 5.7
Athenian eAcademy American Fork 1.0 mi 6.4
Spectrum Academy - Pleasant Grove Pleasant Grove 1.3 mi 7.9
LIAHONA PREPARATORY ACADEMY Pleasant Grove 1.2 mi 4.8
John Hancock Charter School Pleasant Grove 1.1 mi 7.2
Pleasant Grove Jr High Pleasant Grove 1.1 mi 5.0
Grovecrest School Pleasant Grove 1.2 mi 4.6
Odyssey Charter School American Fork 1.3 mi 7.0
Central School Pleasant Grove 1.3 mi 4.4
Summit High American Fork 1.4 mi 5.9
Polaris High School American Fork 1.4 mi 7.6
American Fork High American Fork 1.6 mi 5.5
Lincoln Academy Pleasant Grove 2.1 mi 6.9
Canyon Grove Academy Pleasant Grove 2.2 mi 4.7
Pleasant Grove High Pleasant Grove 1.9 mi 5.1
Deerfield School Cedar Hills 2.4 mi 5.8
Forbes School American Fork 2.0 mi 5.2
Greenwood School American Fork 2.0 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 84062 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$101,584

Median Home Value

$479,800

Median Rent

$1,617/mo

Population

47,489

College Educated

43.4%

Homeownership

70%

Avg Commute

21.2 min

Poverty Rate

5.2%

Median Age

27.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mount Mahogany School

What grades does Mount Mahogany School serve?

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

How many students attend Mount Mahogany School?

Mount Mahogany School has an enrollment of approximately 663 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Mahogany School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mount Mahogany School is 22.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mount Mahogany School rank in UT?

Mount Mahogany School ranks #1,006 of 1,015 schools in UT.

What is Mount Mahogany School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mount Mahogany School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 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 Mount Mahogany School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mount Mahogany School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Mount Mahogany School a charter school?

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

Is Mount Mahogany School a Title I school?

No, Mount Mahogany School is not currently a Title I school.

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

43.4% of students at Mount Mahogany 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
60 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
31 Some Transit
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
663
Student-Teacher Ratio
22.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
43.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Utah County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
41.8%

District

Alpine District
District Enrollment
87,051
Schools in District
91
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,266
District Rank
#88 of 88

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