Mt. Nebo Middle vs Payson Jr High
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Utah, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mt. Nebo Middle
Payson · Public middle · Grades 6–7
1,034 students
Payson Jr High
Payson · Public middle · Grades 7–9
1,143 students
| Measure | Mt. Nebo Middle Payson, Utah | Payson Jr High Payson, Utah |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #70 of 141 | #114 of 141 |
| National rank | #7194 of 15,369 | #10488 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–7 | Grades 7–9 |
| Students | 1,034 | 1,143 |
| Enrollment | 1,034 | 1,143 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 33.7% | 29.8% |
| Students per teacher | 21.1 | 23.8 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 32% |
| Math proficiency | – | 34% |
| city | Payson | Payson |
| state | Utah | Utah |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mt. Nebo Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.0 vs 36.8).
- •Payson Jr High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.8% vs 33.7%).
- •Mt. Nebo Middle does better on students per teacher (21.1 vs 23.8).
- •Payson Jr High is the larger school with 1,143 students compared with 1,034.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Mt. Nebo Middle better than Payson Jr High?
On the Success Index (US), Mt. Nebo Middle ranks higher (52.0 vs 36.8 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Mt. Nebo Middle and Payson Jr High?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Payson and Payson in Utah.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mt. Nebo Middle: 1,034. Payson Jr High: 1,143. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mt. Nebo Middle and Payson Jr High rank in Utah?
Mt. Nebo Middle is 70th of 141 and Payson Jr High is 114th of 141 among middle schools in Utah on the 2025 Success Index (US).