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| Metric | Provo School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 14,007 | 3,700 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 23 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $10,543/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 7/10 — Good | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Provo School District (this district) | 7/10 | 68th | 14,007 |
| Provo City School District | NR | — | 14,000 |
| Sevier School District | 6/10 | 56th | 4,807 |
| South Sanpete School District | 6/10 | 59th | 3,310 |
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Ranked against 41 rated districts in UT → 68th percentile → 7/10.
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education EDFacts, 2017–18 school year (most recent available for this district). Full methodology →
About Provo School District
Zip code 84601 in Provo, Utah is served by Provo School District for public school enrollment. The district covers grades Pre-K – 12th. This page provides a data-driven overview of Provo School District’s funding levels, size, rating, and what families should know before enrolling or making a housing decision in this area.
Funding and Resources
Provo School District spent $10,543 per student in the 2019–20 school year (U.S. Dept. of Education CCD finance data), 24% above Utah’s statewide $8,500 estimate. Of the district’s 2019 graduating cohort of 1,060 students, an estimated 89% earned a diploma within four years (EDFacts adjusted cohort graduation rate).
District Scale and Program Breadth
With 23 schools serving approximately 14,007 students across grades Pre-K – 12th, Provo School District is a large district. Contact Provo School District to learn about available programs and services.
Understanding the 7/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Provo School District 7 out of 10 — above average among Utah public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection (2017–18 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Utah is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Provo School District earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in Utah. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 84601
Children in zip code 84601 are assigned to Provo School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 84601, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Provo School District at (801)374-4800 or visit www.provo.edu. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Utah districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Provo
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Provo School District serves zip code 84601, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 84601 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Utah, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Provo School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 84601.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Provo School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 84601 data.