Serving 969 students in grades 7-9, Orem Jr High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 969 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orem Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Orem Jr High School's student population of 969 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
Total Students
969 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Pride, Respect, Responsibility
School Rankings
Orem Jr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orem Jr High School is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#721 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)34%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)38%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
39%
21%
Black
1%
1%
White
52%
69%
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orem Jr High School's ranking?
Orem Jr High School is ranked #721 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Orem Jr High School often compared to?
Orem Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeridge Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Orem Jr High School?
969 students attend Orem Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Orem Jr High School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orem Jr High School?
Orem Jr High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Orem Jr High School offer ?
Orem Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9
What school district is Orem Jr High School part of?
Orem Jr High School is part of Alpine School District.
In what neighborhood is Orem Jr High School located?
Orem Jr High School is located in the Geneva neighborhood of Orem, UT. There are 1 other public schools located in Geneva.
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