Average
#608 of 1,015 schools in UT
Mt. Nebo Middle
Middle School · Nebo District
851 W. 450 South, Payson, UT 84651
Enrollment
1,104
Student-Teacher
23:1
Score
5.9
Grades
6th – 7th
Enrollment
1,104
Student-Teacher
23:1
Score
5.9
Grades
6th – 7th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Utah schools
#608 of 1,015
In Payson
#3 of 8
public schools
In district
#19 of 47
Nebo District
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Mt. Nebo Middle
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About Mt. Nebo Middle
Mt. Nebo Middle is a public middle school in Payson, UT, part of Nebo District. Mt.
Nebo Middle serves approximately 1,104 students, and covers grades 6th-7th, and has a 23:1 student-teacher ratio. Mt. Nebo Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #608 of 1,015 schools in UT.
Structured state assessment records for Mt. Nebo Middle show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 4.8
- UT avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Mt. Nebo Middle 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.
Mt. Nebo Middle runs 23:1 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.
36% of students at Mt. Nebo Middle 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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Mt. Nebo Middle — Students at Mt. Nebo Middle score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
35%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores UT RISE (2024-25)
Based on 7 test records from UT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.6/10.
How Mt. Nebo Middle Compares
See how Mt. Nebo Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
851 W. 450 South, Payson, UT 84651
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mt. Nebo Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Salem Junior High (rated 4.2/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Salem), a more accessible option. Additionally, Payson Jr High (rated 2.9/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Payson, see our Payson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wilson School Payson | 0.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Taylor School Payson | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Payson Jr High Payson | 0.7 mi | 2.9 |
| Payson High Payson | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Park View School Payson | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Spring Lake School Payson | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Barnett School Payson | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| American Preparatory Academy - Salem Salem | 3.0 mi | 7.0 |
| C.S. Lewis Academy Santaquin | 3.9 mi | 3.1 |
| Apple Valley School Santaquin | 3.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Mt. Loafer School Salem | 3.7 mi | 3.9 |
| Salem School Salem | 3.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Salem Hills High Salem | 4.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Santaquin School Santaquin | 4.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Orchard Hills School Santaquin | 5.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Salem Junior High Salem | 4.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Nebo Advanced Learning Center Springville | 4.4 mi | — |
| Nebo Online School Salem | 4.4 mi | — |
| Foothills School Salem | 4.8 mi | 6.5 |
| MAPLE LAKE ACADEMY Spanish Fork | 6.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 84651 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,152
Median Home Value
$423,200
Median Rent
$1,398/mo
Population
29,502
College Educated
29.3%
Homeownership
85.5%
Avg Commute
22.7 min
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Median Age
29.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mt. Nebo Middle
What grades does Mt. Nebo Middle serve?
Mt. Nebo Middle serves students in grades 6th through 7th.
How many students attend Mt. Nebo Middle?
Mt. Nebo Middle has an enrollment of approximately 1,104 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mt. Nebo Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Mt. Nebo Middle is 23:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mt. Nebo Middle rank in UT?
Mt. Nebo Middle ranks #608 of 1,015 schools in UT.
What is Mt. Nebo Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Mt. Nebo Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Mt. Nebo Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mt. Nebo Middle has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).
Is Mt. Nebo Middle a charter school?
No, Mt. Nebo Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mt. Nebo Middle a Title I school?
No, Mt. Nebo Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mt. Nebo Middle?
35.0% of students at Mt. Nebo Middle 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
- 6th – 7th
- Enrollment
- 1,104
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 35.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Utah County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.0%
- Phone
- (801) 465-6040
Resources & Links
District
Nebo District- District Enrollment
- 44,446
- Schools in District
- 49
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $8,911
- District Rank
- #19 of 47
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