The mission of the Ogden School District, enriched by its diversity, is to instill in all students a passion for learning, readiness to pursue their personal career aspirations, and the capacity to thrive as responsible citizens in a global community. Ogden City School District operates 18 schools including:

• 13 Elementary Schools
• 3 Junior High Schools
• 2 High Schools

Ogden City School District utilizes the Least Resistant Environment format to educate students with disabilities. This allows the best possible integration within the school, while still providing for the specialized assistance and needs of the student. The goal is to create an individual plan for the student to succeed.

Ogden City School District Dept of Special Education

Weber County School District is the 5th largest school district in Utah with a student ratio of 23.1. Current student population is 30,069.

There are:

• 29 Elementary Schools
• 10 Jr. High Schools
• 6 High Schools

Weber County Schools employ:

• 1645 Teachers
• 568 Aides
• 800 Support Staff

Special Education provides a full continuum of services for students with disabilities, ages 0-21. The goal for this department is to work closely with families and regular educators so that these students will successfully transition into the community when they leave the school system.

Dr. Ann M. Miller, Special Education Director-
(801) 476-7884
http://old.weber.k12.ut.us/index.php?page=special-education

Ogden's Ogden Preparatory Academy is a charter school that serves grades K-8. It has received a GreatSchools rating of 5 out of 10 based on its performance on state standardized tests.

• Science 63% (2006), Utah state average for Science was 64% in 2006.
• Language Arts 77% (2006), Utah state average for Language Arts was 78%in 2006.
• Math 71% (2006), Utah state average for Math was 72% in 2006.

% at or above proficient, source: UT Dept. of Education, 2005-2006

About the Tests

• In 2007-2008 Utah used the Utah Criterion-Referenced Test (CRT) to test students in grades 1 through 11 in language arts, in grades 1 through 7 in math, in grades 4 through 9 in science and upon completion of certain courses in grades 8 through 11.
• The results displayed on GreatSchools profiles are for all grades combined for each subject.
• The CRT is a standards-based testing program, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Utah.
• The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

Testing in Utah: An Overview
See Utah's state standards
Compare with test results from nearby schools

NUAMES is a grade ten-through-twelve public charter high school specializing in preparing students for an early transition into a university baccalaureate program in fields related to math, engineering, or science.

DaVinci Academy invites a school culture that blends a passion for learning with a commitment for tolerance and a desire for change. Its mission is to create students who are creative, critical thinkers and problem solvers who are prepared for the demands of a changing, global society.

• Science 68% (2006),  Utah state average for Science was 64% in 2006.
• Language Arts 92% (2006), Utah state average for Language Arts was 78% in 2006.
• Math 68% (2006), Utah state average for Math was 72% in 2006.

Scale: % at or above proficient, source: UT Dept. of Education, 2005-2006

About the Tests

• In 2007-2008 Utah used the Utah Criterion-Referenced Test (CRT) to test students in grades 1 through 11 in language arts, in grades 1 through 7 in math, in grades 4 through 9 in science and upon completion of certain courses in grades 8 through 11.
• The results displayed on GreatSchools profiles are for all grades combined for each subject.
• The CRT is a standards-based testing program, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Utah.
• The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

Testing in Utah: An Overview
See Utah's state standards
Compare with test results from nearby schools
Da Vinci Academy Key Data
Da Vinci Academy 2007 Reading and Math Proficiency

St. Joseph Catholic High School educates young people for life. They partner with parents to foster the integration of the spiritual, intellectual, emotional, physical, and social dimensions of adolescents in a respectful, safe and caring environment.

Ogden-Weber Applied Technology Center offers self-paced educational programs for occupations needed in the community.

Christian Heritage believes in blending an excellent academic program through the use of the best curriculum available. Emphasis on the traditional academic skills of reading, language arts, mathematics, science, history, geography, and social studies will be enriched with Bible study, computer science, music, art, and physical education.

St. Paul’s Lutheran School’s mission is to: reveal the Triune God to all people and nurture them in a personal relationship with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.