For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 5,786 students in 84097, UT (there are 2 private schools, serving 149 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 84097, UT are educated in public schools (compared to the UT state average of 97%).
The top-ranked public schools in 84097, UT are Foothill School, Orchard School and Cascade School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 84097 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Utah public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 84097, UT have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Utah public schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Utah public school average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Best 84097, UT Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Foothill School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
921 N 1240 E
Orem, UT 84097
(801) 610-8107
Orem, UT 84097
(801) 610-8107
Gr: PK-6 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Orchard School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1035 N 800 E
Orem, UT 84097
(801) 610-8115
Orem, UT 84097
(801) 610-8115
Gr: PK-6 | 625 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #33.
Cascade School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
160 N 800 E
Orem, UT 84097
(801) 610-8102
Orem, UT 84097
(801) 610-8102
Gr: PK-6 | 882 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #44.
Centennial Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
450 S. 400 East
Orem, UT 84097
(801) 610-8400
Orem, UT 84097
(801) 610-8400
Gr: PK-6 | 761 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #55.
Cherry Hill School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
250 E 1650 S
Orem, UT 84097
(801) 610-8105
Orem, UT 84097
(801) 610-8105
Gr: PK-6 | 690 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #66.
Canyon View Jr High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
655 E 950 N
Orem, UT 84097
(801) 610-8130
Orem, UT 84097
(801) 610-8130
Gr: 7-9 | 1,066 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #77.
Orem High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
175 S 400 E
Orem, UT 84097
(801) 610-8165
Orem, UT 84097
(801) 610-8165
Gr: 10-12 | 1,225 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 84097, UT?
The top-ranked public schools in 84097, UT include Foothill School, Orchard School and Cascade School.
How many public schools are located in 84097?
7 public schools are located in 84097.
What percentage of students in 84097 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 84097 are educated in public schools (compared to the UT state average of 97%).
What is the racial composition of students in 84097?
84097 public schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Utah public schools average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
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