The top reported proficiency rate is 55% in Science. The lowest is 47% in Math.
Original Research by School Decision on Noah Webster Academy
Noah Webster Academy is a public charter school in Orem, Utah, serving kindergarten through sixth grade. It operates as its own single-school district, which means local governance is contained within the building. The school is modest in size for its grade band, with enrollment spread roughly evenly across each elementary grade. About two in five students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, a moderate share that places the school within the typical range for public schools in the region.
Academically, the school participates in Utah’s RISE state assessment. Proficiency rates across tested subjects hover near the half mark: math and English language arts are within a few points of each other, and science comes in a bit higher. Because the school serves only elementary grades, there is no graduation rate to report — that metric does not apply here. When measured against other districts in Utah County, Noah Webster Academy’s overall proficiency across subjects sits above the midpoint. This positions it as a solid performer relative to its county peers, though not among the very top tier. Families seeking a clear sense of year-to-year trends will find limited data, as the available test results come from different school years for different subjects and multi-year trend data were not provided.
The student body is predominantly white, with a substantial Hispanic population making up a little over a third of enrollment. Smaller shares of students identify as Asian, Black, two or more races, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, or American Indian or Alaska Native. Data on students with disabilities and English learners were not reported, so a parent wanting to understand supports in those areas would need to ask the school directly. Chronic absenteeism rates were also absent from the available information, a gap that may matter to families who track consistent attendance.
Orem is a mid-sized, suburban city that has grown from its agricultural roots into a commercial and educational center. Utah Valley University anchors the community with a large undergraduate presence, and the city’s economy spans tech, healthcare, retail, and manufacturing. The built environment is auto-oriented, with major highways and commercial corridors shaping daily travel; an extensive trail network and a bus rapid transit line offer some alternatives. Home values in the area fall slightly below the statewide typical level but exceed the national median, and rents are similarly moderate. The city has seen a modest population decline in recent years, a shift from earlier growth, while the university continues to expand.
Noah Webster Academy’s charter status means it operates with some flexibility in curriculum and staffing, but no specific program emphases were reported in the data. Parents considering this school will find a mid-range academic profile on state tests, a diverse student body with a notable Hispanic share, and a suburban Orem setting with a strong university influence and typical housing costs for the region. For those looking into special education or English learner services, direct inquiry with the school is advisable.
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