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Park School

Elementary School · Nebo District

90 N 600 E, Spanish Fork, UT 84660

Enrollment

435

Student-Teacher

20.7:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Utah schools

#701 of 1,015

In Spanish Fork

#9 of 15

public schools

In district

#28 of 47

Nebo District

Academic performance

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Park School

5.5/10

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

0.6 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Park School

Park School is a public elementary school in Spanish Fork, UT, part of Nebo District. Park School serves approximately 435 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 20.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Park School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #701 of 1,015 schools in UT.

Structured state assessment records for Park School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • UT avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Park School runs 20.7:1 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 Progress3.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.25 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.2Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41.2% (2025 RISE)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2025 RISE)
Overall Proficiency39% (2025 RISE, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)28% (model expectation from 2025 RISE)
vs. Expected+10.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment6.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$8,911
Chronic Absenteeism26.4%

Park School — Students at Park School score 39% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

59.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores UT RISE (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 43.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 44.6% (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
78%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
78%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
71%
2013
Math
24%
ELA
33%
2014
Math
33%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
28%
ELA
31%
2016
Math
31%
ELA
31%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
31%
2018
Math
26%
ELA
35%
2019
Math
26%
ELA
35%
2020*
Math
36%
ELA
28%
2021*
Math
36%
ELA
28%
2025
Math
41.2%
ELA
37%

* 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: 3.9/10.

How Park School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
31th percentile in UT
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.7/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
60%
Teaching Staff
21:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.4%

Location

90 N 600 E, Spanish Fork, UT 84660

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Park School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Maple Ridge School (rated 8.6/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Mapleton), which scores notably higher. Another option is East Meadows School (rated 7.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sierra Bonita Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 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 0.6 mi 4.3
Larsen School Spanish Fork 0.6 mi 5.6
Rees School Spanish Fork 0.9 mi 6.2
Spanish Fork High Spanish Fork 0.9 mi 5.2
Landmark High Spanish Fork 1.0 mi 6.8
Brockbank School Spanish Fork 1.0 mi 3.0
Sierra Bonita Elementary Spanish Fork 1.1 mi 7.5
Riverview School Spanish Fork 1.3 mi 5.6
Canyon School Spanish Fork 1.5 mi 7.0
Maple Mountain High Spanish Fork 1.6 mi 5.4
American Leadership Academy Spanish Fork 1.7 mi 6.9
East Meadows School Spanish Fork 1.8 mi 7.9
Maple Ridge School Mapleton 2.2 mi 8.6
NEW HAVEN SCHOOL Spanish Fork 2.3 mi 6.5
Spanish Oaks School Spanish Fork 2.5 mi 5.3
DISCOVERY RANCH Mapleton 2.4 mi 4.7
Elizabeth DeLong School of the Deaf Orem 3.1 mi 6.3
Blind South Orem 3.1 mi
Meadow Brook School Springville 3.3 mi 7.2

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 Park School

What grades does Park School serve?

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

How many students attend Park School?

Park School has an enrollment of approximately 435 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Park School?

The student-teacher ratio at Park School is 20.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Park School rank in UT?

Park School ranks #701 of 1,015 schools in UT.

What is Park School's MySchoolScout rating?

Park School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Park School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Park School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Park School a charter school?

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

Is Park School a Title I school?

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

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

59.8% of students at Park 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
50 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
30 Some Transit
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
435
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
59.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Utah County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.4%

District

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

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