Walden School of Liberal Arts
Charter School
386 Students
Other K - 12th
School Overview
Walden School of Liberal Arts, located in Provo, Utah, is a public charter school serving students from kindergarten through 12th grade. The school is defined by its commitment to a classical liberal arts education, prioritizing a rigorous academic curriculum that emphasizes critical thinking, historical context, and the development of strong communication skills. By maintaining smaller class sizes and fostering a close-knit community, Walden aims to provide an environment that supports both individual academic growth and character development.
Beyond its core academic offerings, Walden distinguishes itself through a focus on the arts and a structured, values-based approach to education. The school encourages students to engage deeply with literature, philosophy, and creative expression, preparing them for higher education and civic responsibility. With a mission rooted in the "great books" tradition, Walden creates an educational experience that seeks to bridge traditional pedagogical methods with modern technology, catering to families in the Provo area who are looking for a disciplined, humanities-centered alternative to standard public school instruction.
Beyond its core academic offerings, Walden distinguishes itself through a focus on the arts and a structured, values-based approach to education. The school encourages students to engage deeply with literature, philosophy, and creative expression, preparing them for higher education and civic responsibility. With a mission rooted in the "great books" tradition, Walden creates an educational experience that seeks to bridge traditional pedagogical methods with modern technology, catering to families in the Provo area who are looking for a disciplined, humanities-centered alternative to standard public school instruction.
386
Total Students
37.0
Full-Time Teachers
10.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
36.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 321 |
| Hispanic | 35 |
| Black | 1 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More | 24 |
| American Indian | 1 |
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White321 (83.4%)
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Hispanic35 (9.1%)
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Two or More24 (6.2%)
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Asian3 (0.8%)
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Black1 (0.3%)
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American Indian1 (0.3%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Other |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Walden School of Liberal Arts |
| Phone: | (801)374-1545 |
| Website: | http://waldenschool.us |
| Grade Range: | K - 12th |
| Total Students: | 386 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 37.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 10.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 92 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 48 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
3
Kindergarten
29
Grade 1
31
Grade 2
31
Grade 3
31
Grade 4
30
Grade 5
30
Grade 6
22
Grade 7
35
Grade 8
32
Grade 9
34
Grade 10
28
Grade 11
24
Grade 12
26
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 3 |
| Kindergarten | 29 |
| Grade 1 | 31 |
| Grade 2 | 31 |
| Grade 3 | 31 |
| Grade 4 | 30 |
| Grade 5 | 30 |
| Grade 6 | 22 |
| Grade 7 | 35 |
| Grade 8 | 32 |
| Grade 9 | 34 |
| Grade 10 | 28 |
| Grade 11 | 24 |
| Grade 12 | 26 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 190 | 49.2% |
| Male | 195 | 50.5% |
| Not Specified | 1 | 0.3% |
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