Best Provo Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public high schools serving 6,327 students in Provo, UT.
The top-ranked public high schools in Provo, UT are Timpview High School, Freedom Preparatory Academy and Provo High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Provo, UT public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Utah public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 43% statewide average). High schools in Provo have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Utah public high schools.
Provo, UT public high school have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is more than the Utah average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Timpview High School, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Utah or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Utah public high school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public High Schools in Provo, UT (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Timpview High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
3570 N 650 E
Provo, UT 84604
(801) 221-9720
Gr: 9-12 | 2,300 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Freedom Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1190 W 900 N
Provo, UT 84604
(801) 437-3100
Gr: PK-12 | 1,248 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #33.
Provo High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1199 North Lakeshore Dr
Provo, UT 84601
(801) 373-6550
Gr: 7-12 | 2,023 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #44.
Walden School Of Liberal Arts
Charter School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
4230 N University Ave
Provo, UT 84604
(801) 374-1545
Gr: K-12 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #55.
Independence High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
636 N Independence Ave
Provo, UT 84601
(801) 374-4920
Gr: 5-12 | 276 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: n/an/a
Provo Adult Education
Alternative School
636 N Independence Ave
Provo, UT 84601
(801) 374-4840
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Slate Mountain School
Alternative School
1991 South State Street
Provo, UT 84606
(801) 342-7840
Gr: K-12 | 52 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 45%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in Provo, UT?
The top-ranked public high schools in Provo, UT include Timpview High School, Freedom Preparatory Academy and Provo High School.
How many public high schools are located in Provo?
8 public high schools are located in Provo.
What is the racial composition of students in Provo?
Provo public high schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Utah public high schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Provo are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Provo include: Timpview High School vs. Provo High School, Provo High School vs. Timpview High School

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