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Westside School

Elementary School · Nebo District

740 W CENTER, Springville, UT 84663

Enrollment

622

Student-Teacher

22.2:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Utah schools

#637 of 1,015

In Springville

#6 of 12

public schools

In district

#21 of 47

Nebo District

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Westside School

5.8/10

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

Reagan Academy

6.7/10

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5.4/10

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About Westside School

Westside School is a public elementary school in Springville, UT, part of Nebo District. Westside School serves approximately 622 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 22.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Westside School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #637 of 1,015 schools in UT.

Structured state assessment records for Westside School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • UT avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Westside School runs 22.2:1 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 Progress5.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.73 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37.9% (2025 RISE)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41.6% (2025 RISE)
Overall Proficiency40% (2025 RISE, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2025 RISE)
vs. Expected-0.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile47th
Resources & Environment4.8Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio22.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$8,911
Chronic Absenteeism29.9%

Westside School — Students at Westside School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

35.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores UT RISE (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 49.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 51.1% (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
74%
ELA
73%
2010
Math
74%
ELA
74%
2011
Math
76%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
76%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
44%
2014
Math
40%
ELA
45%
2015
Math
41%
ELA
41%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
38%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
41%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
46%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
46%
2020*
Math
35%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
35%
ELA
37%
2025
Math
37.9%
ELA
41.6%

* 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: 5.8/10.

How Westside School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.8/10
37th percentile in UT
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
5.8/10
Average
Environment
4.8/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
36%
Teaching Staff
22:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.9%

Location

740 W CENTER, Springville, UT 84663

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Westside School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Maple Ridge School (rated 8.6/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Mapleton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Treeside Charter School (rated 7.6/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Provo), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Meadow Brook School (rated 7.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Springville, see our Springville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Reagan Academy Springville 0.4 mi 6.7
Spring Canyon Middle Springville 0.8 mi 5.4
Meadow Brook School Springville 0.8 mi 7.2
Merit College Preparatory Academy Springville 0.6 mi 5.4
MERIDIAN SCHOOL Springville 0.7 mi 5.8
Elizabeth DeLong School of the Deaf Orem 1.0 mi 6.3
Blind South Orem 1.0 mi
Cherry Creek School Springville 1.0 mi 6.4
PROVO CANYON SCHOOL - SPRINGVILLE CAMPUS Springville 1.1 mi 7.5
Bridges Nebo Transition Center Springville 1.4 mi 5.6
Brookside School Springville 1.5 mi 3.9
Art City School Springville 1.5 mi 5.6
Sage Creek School Springville 1.7 mi 6.6
Springville High Springville 2.1 mi 6.7
Springville Jr High Springville 2.2 mi 5.7
Spring Creek School Provo 2.9 mi 5.8
Treeside Charter School Provo 2.9 mi 7.6
Maple Ridge School Mapleton 3.2 mi 8.6
Maple Grove Middle Mapleton 3.2 mi 5.3
Rees School Spanish Fork 3.5 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 84663 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$88,919

Median Home Value

$430,600

Median Rent

$1,475/mo

Population

35,889

College Educated

38.9%

Homeownership

70.3%

Avg Commute

23.3 min

Poverty Rate

7.6%

Median Age

28.1

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Daybreak School South Jordan, UT 5.8
Deerfield School Cedar Hills, UT 5.8
Enoch School Enoch, UT 5.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Westside School

What grades does Westside School serve?

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

How many students attend Westside School?

Westside School has an enrollment of approximately 622 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Westside School?

The student-teacher ratio at Westside School is 22.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Westside School rank in UT?

Westside School ranks #637 of 1,015 schools in UT.

What is Westside School's MySchoolScout rating?

Westside School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Westside School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Westside School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Westside School a charter school?

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

Is Westside School a Title I school?

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

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

35.5% of students at Westside 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
32 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
26 Some Transit
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
622
Student-Teacher Ratio
22.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
35.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Utah County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.9%

District

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

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