Serving 524 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Canyon Rim Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canyon Rim Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Canyon Rim Academy's student population of 524 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
524 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2009
School Rankings
Canyon Rim Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canyon Rim Academy is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#37 out of 957 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)61%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)72%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy and Khaki
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canyon Rim Academy's ranking?
Canyon Rim Academy is ranked #37 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Canyon Rim Academy?
524 students attend Canyon Rim Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Canyon Rim Academy students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canyon Rim Academy?
Canyon Rim Academy has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Canyon Rim Academy offer ?
Canyon Rim Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Canyon Rim Academy part of?
Canyon Rim Academy is part of Canyon Rim Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Canyon Rim Academy located?
Canyon Rim Academy is located in the Canyon Rim neighborhood of Salt Lake City, UT. There are 4 other public schools located in Canyon Rim.
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