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#120 of 1,015 schools in UT

Top 12% in state

Rocky Mountain Middle

Middle School · Wasatch District

800 W SCHOOL HOUSE WAY, Heber City, UT 84032

Enrollment

701

Student-Teacher

16.3:1

Score

8.2

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Utah schools

#120 of 1,015

In Heber City

#4 of 9

public schools

In district

#5 of 9

Wasatch District

School environment

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Rocky Mountain Middle

8.2/10

Middle School in Heber City · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.3/10

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7.7/10

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About Rocky Mountain Middle

Rocky Mountain Middle is a public middle school in Heber City, UT, part of Wasatch District. Rocky Mountain Middle serves approximately 701 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Rocky Mountain Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #120 of 1,015 schools in UT.

Structured state assessment records for Rocky Mountain Middle show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.6
  • UT avg 5.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.6Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.49 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.2Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency58.6% (2025 RISE)
Reading/ELA Proficiency60% (2025 RISE)
Overall Proficiency59% (2025 RISE, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2025 RISE)
vs. Expected+15.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile88th
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,562
Chronic Absenteeism23%

Rocky Mountain Middle — Students at Rocky Mountain Middle score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

28%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores UT RISE (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 55.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 61.0% (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
80%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
83%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
74%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
83%
ELA
91%
2013
Math
43%
ELA
45%
2014
Math
50%
ELA
48%
2015
Math
45%
ELA
44%
2016
Math
45%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
50%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
51%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
51%
2020*
Math
40%
ELA
50%
2021*
Math
40%
ELA
50%
2025
Math
58.6%
ELA
60%

* 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: 6.6/10.

How Rocky Mountain Middle Compares

See how Rocky Mountain Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.2/10
88th percentile in UT
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
28%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.0%

Location

800 W SCHOOL HOUSE WAY, Heber City, UT 84032

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rocky Mountain Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Timpanogos Middle School (rated 9.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, South Summit Middle (rated 5.5/10, 12.7 miles away, in nearby Kamas), a more accessible option. For more schools in Heber City, see our Heber City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Heber Valley School Heber City 0.2 mi 7.3
Wasatch High Heber City 1.0 mi 7.7
Wasatch Learning Academy Heber City 1.2 mi 7.3
J.R. Smith School Heber City 1.5 mi 5.9
Daniels Canyon School Heber City 1.8 mi 9.4
Timpanogos Middle School Heber City 1.8 mi 9.1
Old Mill School Heber City 1.9 mi 9.4
Midway School Midway 2.4 mi 9.1
Soldier Hollow Charter School Heber City 2.8 mi 6.2
MPES Preschool Park City 12.3 mi 6.7
Treasure Mtn. Junior High School Park City 12.4 mi 6.2
Park City High Park City 12.3 mi 8.5
McPolin School Park City 12.4 mi 9.3
South Summit Middle Kamas 12.7 mi 5.5
South Summit High Kamas 12.8 mi 6.4
South Summit School Kamas 12.8 mi 6.0
Winter Sports School Park City 14.8 mi 9.6
Goldminer's Daughter Alta 12.8 mi
Parley's Park School Park City 15.1 mi 8.9
Parley's Park Preschool Park City 15.1 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 84032 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$101,365

Median Home Value

$647,900

Median Rent

$1,830/mo

Population

25,328

College Educated

42.8%

Homeownership

76.5%

Avg Commute

20.6 min

Poverty Rate

5.1%

Median Age

33

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rocky Mountain Middle

What grades does Rocky Mountain Middle serve?

Rocky Mountain Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Rocky Mountain Middle?

Rocky Mountain Middle has an enrollment of approximately 701 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rocky Mountain Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Rocky Mountain Middle is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Rocky Mountain Middle rank in UT?

Rocky Mountain Middle ranks #120 of 1,015 schools in UT.

What is Rocky Mountain Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Rocky Mountain Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Rocky Mountain Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Rocky Mountain Middle has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Rocky Mountain Middle a charter school?

No, Rocky Mountain Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Rocky Mountain Middle a Title I school?

No, Rocky Mountain Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rocky Mountain Middle?

28.0% of students at Rocky Mountain 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
44 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
701
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
28.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Wasatch County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.0%

District

Wasatch District
District Enrollment
8,970
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,562
District Rank
#5 of 9

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