Original Research by School Decision on Malan's Peak Secondary
Malan’s Peak Secondary is a small school in Ogden serving grades seven through twelve. It is part of the Ogden City District. The school’s enrollment is very small, with a student body that is heavily concentrated in the upper grades; the senior class is the largest group, while the seventh-grade class is the smallest. The student population is diverse: a substantial share of students are Hispanic, a large share are white, and smaller shares are Black, American Indian or Alaska Native, Asian, and multiracial. A substantial share of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch.
State testing data for this school is largely suppressed, which is common when a school has very few students in a tested grade. The small tested counts reported for math and English language arts in the 2018-19 school year were each below the threshold for public reporting, and science data from 2021-22 was also suppressed. Because the school serves grades seven through twelve, some state assessments are administered in the middle school grades, but the numbers of students tested were too small to produce a publicly reported proficiency rate. A parent looking for a clear picture of academic performance from state assessments will not find one here. The school’s graduation rate was not available in the data provided.
The school is part of the Ogden City District, which in late 2024 passed the largest bond in its history. The bond funds two new elementary schools, renovations at several campuses, district-wide security upgrades, and a new transportation hub. The bond was structured so the property tax rate would stay flat rather than decline as older debt was paid off. Construction planning began in 2025, with builds expected in 2025 and 2026. For families in the district, this means new and renovated facilities and improved safety infrastructure, with the property tax rate held steady.
Ogden itself is an economic hub for northern Utah, with a central city that houses federal, state, county, and municipal government offices. Downtown has seen revitalization with new businesses, housing, and public gathering spaces. Industry clusters include outdoor recreation, IT and software, aerospace, and advanced manufacturing. The Internal Revenue Service is the city’s largest employer, and other major employers include McKay Dee Hospital, Weber State University, the Ogden City School District, Autoliv, and Fresenius. Historic 25th Street is the heart of the city for dining and nightlife. Weber State University is located in Ogden. The city has experienced significant revitalization and economic growth, finishing second in the Milken Institute’s annual Best-Performing Cities report.
Housing values in the area are around the middle of the range for the state, and rents are moderate relative to incomes. The area has seen modest home value appreciation and very slight rent growth.
Because the school’s state testing results are suppressed and no graduation rate is available, a parent cannot evaluate academic performance through the usual public metrics. The school is very small, which may mean individualized attention, but it also means that public data is limited. A parent considering this school would want to speak directly with the school and district to understand academic outcomes, course offerings, and post-graduation pathways.
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