Serving 110 students in grades 7-12, City Academy 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% 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: 7-12
- Enrollment: 110 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
City Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
City Academy's student population of 110 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
110 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
City Academy 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 City Academy is 0.59, 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
#896 out of 975 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
41%
19%
Black
1%
1%
White
49%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
22%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 City Academy's ranking?
City Academy is ranked #896 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
What is the graduation rate of City Academy?
The graduation rate of City Academy is 60-79%, which is lower than the Utah state average of 88%.
How many students attend City Academy?
110 students attend City Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of City Academy students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of City Academy?
City Academy has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 22:1.
What grades does City Academy offer ?
City Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is City Academy part of?
City Academy is part of City Academy School District.
School Reviews
5 4/9/2022
I am so thankful that I was able to attend City Academy in high school. Due to the small class sizes, I was able to receive individualized attention from each teacher, helping me to be successful throughout my schooling. Awesome teachers and small class sizes were the best fit for my education.
1 5/2/2017
As a parent of a child who attended City for two years, I would caution any parent considering City. They have a revolving door of teachers, uncaring administration, and cannot individualize education in any way for your child. We have gone back to public school after City and are finding many more opportunities for our child and much more help.
5 4/7/2017
It was a different school in 2011, now it has changed drastically. I went to West High before, where I was bullied and ridiculed, but at City the teachers care. The students rarely pick on one another now. It feels like home when I walk in the doors. They all want you to succeed, unlike other schools. The music program is amazing, as is the theatre program. Our STEM programs are outstanding. We may be little, but this school is fierce!
5 4/7/2017
This school saved my life! I came from a big school, and it ruined me. Made me a shell of a human. City Academy has undergone some serious changes, including firing and hiring new staff members, tweaking the rules, and becoming more involved. The school is amazing, and I recommend it to everyone!
2 10/17/2011
I attended this school for 4 years. Now that I am out of school and trying to find a job, I see how bad an experience this school was for me. It is a disaster!
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