Schools in Mapleton, UT

The city of Mapleton, Utah is home to 5 schools that serve students from elementary through middle school, all part of the Nebo School District. While the district is ranked 50 out of 93 in the state with a 2-star rating, a few schools stand out for their exceptional performance.

Maple Ridge School is a top-performing elementary school, consistently ranking among the top 40 in the state with a 5-star rating. It boasts strong test scores, with 60-80% of students proficient or better in RISE Math, Science, and ELA. Another high-achieving elementary school is Hobble Creek School, which ranks in the top 110 elementary schools and has a 4-star rating, with 60-70% proficiency in RISE assessments. In contrast, Mapleton Junior High stands out for its relatively strong performance compared to the district and state averages, particularly in 8th grade Science and 9th grade ELA and Math.

Across the district, there are some areas of concern, such as the high chronic absenteeism rate of 23.8% and disparities in per-student spending and student-teacher ratios between the elementary and middle schools. However, the data suggests that with targeted interventions and a focus on addressing the root causes of performance gaps, the schools in Mapleton have the potential to improve and better support student learning and achievement.