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Spanish Fork High

High School · Nebo District

99 N 300 W, Spanish Fork, UT 84660

Enrollment

1,546

Student-Teacher

25.3:1

Score

5.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Utah schools

#760 of 1,015

In Spanish Fork

#12 of 15

public schools

In district

#34 of 47

Nebo District

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Spanish Fork High

5.2/10

High School in Spanish Fork · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.0/10

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About Spanish Fork High

Spanish Fork High is a public high school in Spanish Fork, UT, part of Nebo District. Spanish Fork High serves approximately 1,546 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 25.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Spanish Fork High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #760 of 1,015 schools in UT.

Structured state assessment records for Spanish Fork High show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • UT avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Spanish Fork 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.

Spanish Fork High runs 25.3:1 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 · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.3Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.59 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.8Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20.9% (2025 RISE)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41.9% (2025 RISE)
Overall Proficiency31% (2025 RISE, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2025 RISE)
vs. Expected-17.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile19th
College Readiness6.6Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate96%
AP Participation8.7%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.3Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio25.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$8,911
Chronic Absenteeism23%

Spanish Fork High — Students at Spanish Fork High score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

18.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores UT RISE (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 41.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 54.1% (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
41%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
61%
ELA
89%
2012
Math
74%
ELA
85%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
30%
2014
Math
31%
ELA
38%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
44%
2016
Math
34%
ELA
33%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
36%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
46%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
46%
2020*
Math
31%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
31%
ELA
47%
2025
Math
20.9%
ELA
41.9%

* 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: 6.3/10.

How Spanish Fork High Compares

See how Spanish Fork High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
25th percentile in UT
Academic
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.3
Sports
24
11 boys' · 13 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
18%
Teaching Staff
25:1 student-teacher ratio
61 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
8.7% participation·State avg: 2.3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics24sports offered
11 boys'·13 girls'·50 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

99 N 300 W, Spanish Fork, UT 84660

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Spanish Fork High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Salem Hills High (rated 6.1/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Salem), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Maple Mountain High (rated 5.4/10, 2.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Spanish Fork, see our Spanish Fork schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Brockbank School Spanish Fork 0.4 mi 3.0
Riverview School Spanish Fork 0.7 mi 5.6
Landmark High Spanish Fork 0.7 mi 6.8
American Leadership Academy Spanish Fork 1.1 mi 6.9
Park School Spanish Fork 0.9 mi 5.5
Spanish Fork Jr High Spanish Fork 1.2 mi 4.3
Diamond Fork Middle Spanish Fork 1.2 mi 4.1
Larsen School Spanish Fork 1.4 mi 5.6
Rees School Spanish Fork 1.7 mi 6.2
Canyon School Spanish Fork 2.1 mi 7.0
Sierra Bonita Elementary Spanish Fork 2.0 mi 7.5
East Meadows School Spanish Fork 2.6 mi 7.9
Maple Mountain High Spanish Fork 2.5 mi 5.4
Salem Junior High Salem 3.3 mi 4.2
Nebo Advanced Learning Center Springville 3.5 mi
Nebo Online School Salem 3.5 mi
MAPLE LAKE ACADEMY Spanish Fork 2.7 mi
Elizabeth DeLong School of the Deaf Orem 3.4 mi 6.3
Blind South Orem 3.4 mi
Salem Hills High Salem 3.8 mi 6.1

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 Spanish Fork High

What grades does Spanish Fork High serve?

Spanish Fork High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Spanish Fork High?

Spanish Fork High has an enrollment of approximately 1,546 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Spanish Fork High?

The student-teacher ratio at Spanish Fork High is 25.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Spanish Fork High rank in UT?

Spanish Fork High ranks #760 of 1,015 schools in UT.

What is Spanish Fork High's MySchoolScout rating?

Spanish Fork High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Spanish Fork High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Spanish Fork High has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Spanish Fork High a charter school?

No, Spanish Fork High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Spanish Fork High a Title I school?

No, Spanish Fork High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Spanish Fork High?

18.3% of students at Spanish Fork 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
27 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
30 Some Transit
Bike Score
60 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,546
Student-Teacher Ratio
25.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
61
Free/Reduced Lunch
18.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Utah County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.0%
4-Year Graduation
96.0%

District

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

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