Serving 513 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Valley 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 26% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 513 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Valley Academy's student population of 513 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
513 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Valley 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 Valley Academy is 0.39, which is less 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
#750 out of 975 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
19%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
76%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
22%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Sports
Dance, Freestyle Skiing, Mountain Biking, Snowboarding
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
15 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Animal Science, Gardening, Mountain Biking, Robotics, Rocketry, Spanish, Website Design
Arts and Music Programs:
Ceramics, Dance, Guitar, Musical Theater, Orchestra, Piano, Ukulele, Visual Arts
Animal Science, Gardening, Mountain Biking, Robotics, Rocketry, Spanish, Website Design
Arts and Music Programs:
Ceramics, Dance, Guitar, Musical Theater, Orchestra, Piano, Ukulele, Visual Arts
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Academy's ranking?
Valley Academy is ranked #750 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Valley Academy often compared to?
Valley Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Vista School, George Washington Academy, Laverkin School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Valley Academy?
513 students attend Valley Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Valley Academy students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valley Academy?
Valley Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 22:1.
What grades does Valley Academy offer ?
Valley Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Valley Academy part of?
Valley Academy is part of Valley Academy School District.
School Reviews
5 12/15/2021
Our first grader started there this year. I have been pleased with his improvements and his teacher's love for her students. He is a child that some would say is difficult, their discipline techniques have been efficient and have helped him have more great days than not. Their school counselor uplifts and improves mental/emotional health in ways that are beautiful. The principal is very organized, has a long history of education, and again truly loves the students and the school's growth. He often sits in on many classes to make sure the students and teachers are moving along in a healthy fashion. I would recommend this school to anyone.
4 9/24/2020
This school has come a long way in the last couple of years. I heard they are now at their maximum capacity of 500 students under the new director. My children absolutely love it there!
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