For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 6,049 students in Payson, UT.
The top-ranked public schools in Payson, UT are Spring Lake School, Park View School and Taylor School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Payson, UT public schools have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Utah public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Payson have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Utah public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Utah public school average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Payson, UT (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Spring Lake School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1750 S 500 W
Payson, UT 84651
(801) 465-6070
Payson, UT 84651
(801) 465-6070
Gr: PK-6 | 531 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Park View School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
360 S 100 E
Payson, UT 84651
(801) 465-6010
Payson, UT 84651
(801) 465-6010
Gr: PK-6 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #33.
Taylor School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
92 S 500 W
Payson, UT 84651
(801) 465-6050
Payson, UT 84651
(801) 465-6050
Gr: PK-6 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #44.
Barnett School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
456 N 300 E
Payson, UT 84651
(801) 465-6000
Payson, UT 84651
(801) 465-6000
Gr: PK-6 | 508 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #55.
Wilson School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
590 W 500 S
Payson, UT 84651
(801) 465-6060
Payson, UT 84651
(801) 465-6060
Gr: PK-6 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #66.
Payson High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1050 S Main
Payson, UT 84651
(801) 465-6025
Payson, UT 84651
(801) 465-6025
Gr: 6-12 | 1,648 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #77.
Mt. Nebo Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
851 W. 450 South
Payson, UT 84651
(801) 465-6040
Payson, UT 84651
(801) 465-6040
Gr: 6-7 | 1,034 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #88.
Payson Jr High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1025 S Highway 198
Payson, UT 84651
(801) 465-6015
Payson, UT 84651
(801) 465-6015
Gr: 7-9 | 1,143 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Payson, UT?
The top-ranked public schools in Payson, UT include Spring Lake School, Park View School and Taylor School.
How many public schools are located in Payson?
8 public schools are located in Payson.
What is the racial composition of students in Payson?
Payson public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Utah public schools average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Payson are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Payson include: Taylor School vs. Wilson School, Park View School vs. Taylor School, Park View School vs. Wilson School
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