Serving 1,553 students in grades Kindergarten-12, American Preparatory - Accelerated School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,553 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
American Preparatory - Accelerated School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
American Preparatory - Accelerated School's student population of 1,553 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
1,553 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
American Preparatory - Accelerated School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 975 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of American Preparatory - Accelerated School is 0.54, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#795 out of 975 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
2%
Hispanic
66%
19%
Black
7%
1%
White
14%
72%
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
22%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is American Preparatory - Accelerated School's ranking?
American Preparatory - Accelerated School is ranked #795 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
What is the graduation rate of American Preparatory - Accelerated School?
The graduation rate of American Preparatory - Accelerated School is 95%, which is higher than the Utah state average of 88%.
How many students attend American Preparatory - Accelerated School?
1,553 students attend American Preparatory - Accelerated School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of American Preparatory - Accelerated School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of American Preparatory - Accelerated School?
American Preparatory - Accelerated School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 22:1.
What grades does American Preparatory - Accelerated School offer ?
American Preparatory - Accelerated School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is American Preparatory - Accelerated School part of?
American Preparatory - Accelerated School is part of American Preparatory Academy School District.
School Reviews
5 5/23/2022
APA always sets standards high for its students, and gives all resources and help needed to reach those goals.10 out of 10.
5 2/14/2022
APA is a great school. Highly recommend. My girls have gone st through 6th and K through 3rd grade. 10 out of 10.
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