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#953 of 1,015 schools in UT

Westmore School

Elementary School · Alpine District

1150 S MAIN, Orem, UT 84058

Enrollment

515

Student-Teacher

19.8:1

Score

3.7

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Utah schools

#953 of 1,015

In Orem

#22 of 22

public schools

In district

#86 of 88

Alpine District

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Westmore School

3.7/10

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

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About Westmore School

Westmore School is a public elementary school in Orem, UT, part of Alpine District. Westmore School serves approximately 515 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 19.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Westmore School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #953 of 1,015 schools in UT.

Structured state assessment records for Westmore School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.9 pts below district
  • This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 6.6
  • UT avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

41% of students at Westmore 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 Progress2.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.62 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.0Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29.1% (2025 RISE)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27.8% (2025 RISE)
Overall Proficiency28% (2025 RISE, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2025 RISE)
vs. Expected-10.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile21th
Resources & Environment5.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,266
Chronic Absenteeism40.8%

Westmore School — Students at Westmore School score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

39.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores UT RISE (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 53.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 49.5% (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
82%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
76%
2012
Math
78%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
44%
ELA
46%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
40%
2015
Math
54%
ELA
40%
2016
Math
54%
ELA
44%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
46%
ELA
40%
2019
Math
46%
ELA
40%
2020*
Math
24%
ELA
34%
2021*
Math
24%
ELA
34%
2025
Math
29.1%
ELA
27.8%

* 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: 2.7/10.

How Westmore School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.7/10
6th percentile in UT
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.7/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
39%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
40.8%

Location

1150 S MAIN, Orem, UT 84058

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Westmore School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Orem School (rated 8.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Centennial Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ARCHES ACADEMY (rated 7.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Orem, see our Orem schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Lakeridge Jr High Orem 0.4 mi 4.4
Cherry Hill School Orem 0.8 mi 5.8
Noah Webster Academy Orem 1.0 mi 5.8
Centennial Elementary Orem 1.0 mi 7.3
Orem School Orem 1.1 mi 8.4
ARCHES ACADEMY Orem 1.2 mi 7.2
Orem High Orem 1.3 mi 5.2
Utah County Academy of Science Orem 1.2 mi 8.7
Westridge School Provo 1.6 mi 5.3
Mountain View High Orem 1.5 mi 4.5
TELOS ACADEMY Orem 1.8 mi 7.1
Lakeview School Provo 1.9 mi 6.3
Parkside Elementary Orem 1.9 mi 4.1
Provo High Provo 2.0 mi 5.3
Cascade School Orem 2.0 mi 6.0
Freedom Preparatory Academy Provo 2.2 mi 5.8
Independence High Provo 2.4 mi 5.0
Orem Jr High Orem 2.5 mi 3.8
PROVO CANYON SCHOOL-PROVO CAMPUS Provo 2.3 mi
IVY HALL ACADEMY Provo 2.3 mi 4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 84058 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,474

Median Home Value

$441,900

Median Rent

$1,395/mo

Population

34,706

College Educated

41%

Homeownership

42.1%

Avg Commute

19 min

Poverty Rate

14.3%

Median Age

24.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Westmore School

What grades does Westmore School serve?

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

How many students attend Westmore School?

Westmore School has an enrollment of approximately 515 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Westmore School?

The student-teacher ratio at Westmore School is 19.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Westmore School rank in UT?

Westmore School ranks #953 of 1,015 schools in UT.

What is Westmore School's MySchoolScout rating?

Westmore School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Westmore School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Westmore School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Westmore School a charter school?

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

Is Westmore School a Title I school?

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

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

39.4% of students at Westmore 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
44 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
45 Some Transit
Bike Score
66 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
515
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
39.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Utah County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
40.8%

District

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

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