Best Schools in South Ogden, Utah: A Parent's Guide for Families

If you're looking at homes in South Ogden, the schools are probably high on your list. That's true for most of the families I work with. South Ogden has neighborhood schools close to home, and you can reach several charter schools with a short drive. In this guide you'll find every public school that serves South Ogden, the nearby charter and choice options, and answers to the questions parents ask me most.

A quick note on addresses: Many South Ogden homes and schools have "Ogden" in their mailing addresses (ZIP codes 84403 and 84405), even though they're inside South Ogden city limits. So if a school's address below says "Ogden," don't worry. It's still a South Ogden school.

How the School System Is Organized

South Ogden is served by Weber School District. Students go to elementary school for kindergarten through 6th grade, junior high for 7th through 9th, and high school for 10th through 12th. South Ogden has its own junior high, and most students finish at Bonneville High in neighboring Washington Terrace.

Public Schools Serving South Ogden

Elementary Schools (K-6)

Burch Creek Elementary
Grades K-6
4300 Madison Ave, Ogden, UT 84403

Burch Creek is one of the newer schools in town. Weber School District built it with funds from its 2012 bond, on the land where South Ogden Junior High used to stand. The new school combined two older South Ogden elementary schools, Club Heights and MarLon Hills. Because it sits on a former junior high site, its campus is bigger than most elementary schools have.

H. Guy Child Elementary
Grades K-6
655 E 5500 S, Ogden, UT 84405

H. Guy Child, home of the Chargers, sits just up the road from South Ogden Junior High. It also has a Life Skills program.

Uintah Elementary
Grades K-6
6115 S 2250 E, Ogden, UT 84403

Uintah Elementary, home of the Mustangs, serves families on the southeast side of town. It also has a Life Skills program.

Junior High School (7-9)

South Ogden Junior High
Grades 7-9
650 E 5700 S, South Ogden, UT 84405

South Ogden Junior High is the town's own junior high. It's close to H. Guy Child Elementary, so the move from 6th to 7th grade feels close to home for many families.

High School (10-12)

Bonneville High School
Grades 10-12
251 E 4800 S, Washington Terrace, UT 84405

Bonneville, home of the Lakers, sits just over the line in Washington Terrace. It's the high school South Ogden's city guide lists for residents.

Charter and Choice Options

Utah families can apply to public charter schools no matter where they live, and these schools are all within an easy drive of South Ogden. Charter schools are tuition-free, but they have their own applications, and many use a lottery when more families apply than there are seats.

Ogden Preparatory Academy
Grades PreK-9
1415 Lincoln Ave, Ogden, UT 84404

DaVinci Academy of Science and the Arts
Grades K-12
2033 Grant Ave, Ogden, UT 84401

Venture Academy
Grades K-12
495 N 1500 W, Marriott-Slaterville, UT 84404

Maria Montessori Academy
Grades K-9
2505 N 200 E, North Ogden, UT 84414

Weber Innovation High School
Grades 9-12 (by application)
1007 W 1200 S, Ogden, UT 84404

Weber Innovation is a Weber School District choice school. Students apply to attend, so it's an option for South Ogden teens who want something different from a traditional high school.

A Parent's Guide: Your School Questions, Answered

How do school boundaries work in South Ogden?

Every home in Weber School District is assigned to one elementary school, one junior high and one high school based on its address. Those assigned schools are called your "boundary" schools, and your child has a guaranteed seat there. Boundaries don't always follow city limits, and the district can adjust them as neighborhoods grow. So two homes a few streets apart can still go to different elementary schools.

How do I check which schools a specific home feeds?

Don't rely on a listing or a map app for this. Use the district's own tools:

1. Open Weber School District's Boundary Maps and find the address.
2. If a home sits near the edge of a boundary, call the district at 801-476-7800 to confirm.
3. Check again before you write an offer, since boundaries can change from one school year to the next.

When I'm helping a family, I check this for every home we're serious about. That way there are no surprises after closing.

Can my child go to a school outside our boundary?

Yes. Utah allows open enrollment, which means you can apply to a Weber School District school other than your boundary school. Here's how it works in Weber School District:

• Early enrollment runs from November 15 through the first Friday in February for the next school year. The district sends its answer in writing by March 31, or within six weeks of your application, whichever is later.
• Late enrollment applications can be turned in any time outside that window.
• Space decides. A school can say no if it's full or doesn't have the program your child needs. If you're turned down, you can appeal to the district's Boundary Exception Committee.
• You drive. If your child attends a school outside your boundary, getting them to and from school is up to you.
• You usually don't have to reapply every year. You'll need a new application when your child moves up to a new school level, for example from elementary to junior high.

The current forms and details are on the district's Open Enrollment and Boundary Information page.

Are charter schools a separate process?

Yes. Charter schools aren't part of Weber School District's open enrollment. Each charter school has its own application and deadlines, so check each school's website early, usually in the winter before the school year you want.

Do schools affect home values in South Ogden?

They can. Many buyers start their search by school, so homes within walking distance of a school, or inside a boundary that families are asking about, often draw more interest. When you sell, it helps to name the schools your home feeds in the listing. When you buy, it's smart to think about how a home's school assignment might affect resale later, even if you don't have school-age kids.

What should I ask when I'm touring homes?

• Which elementary, junior high and high school is this address assigned to right now?
• Is the elementary school close enough to walk to, and is there a safe route?
• Is there a bus stop nearby, or will we be driving?
• If we're planning on a charter school, how long is the drive at school drop-off time?
• Have there been any recent or planned boundary changes in this area?

How I Can Help You Find the Right School and the Right Home

As a Realtor® who specializes in South Ogden, I help families match the schools they want with the homes that are actually available near them. I'll confirm the boundary schools for each home we look at, point out when a home sits near the edge of a boundary, and help you weigh the drive to any charter or choice school you're considering.

If you're still getting to know the area, my guide to Living in South Ogden, Utah covers home prices, neighborhoods, commute times and parks. And if you're deciding who to work with, here's my honest take on choosing an agent in South Ogden.

If schools are a big part of your move, let's talk. Call or text me at 801-430-0795 or email dessa@wrightmovereal.com.

Dessa Wright, Real Broker

School details were checked against Weber School District, school and city websites in September 2026. Boundaries, grade levels and enrollment rules can change, so always confirm with the district before you make a decision.