Serving 367 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Ranches Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ranches 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
Ranches Academy's student population of 367 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
367 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
2004
Last Day of School
Fri. May 22, 2026
Campus Size
78
School Motto
We are the Redhawks! Courageous and true. We stand for honor in all that we do! Mighty, mighty Redhawks. Firm and strong. The Ranches Academy is where we belong!
School Rankings
Ranches Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ranches Academy is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#117 out of 957 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)52%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
13%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
78%
71%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ranches Academy's ranking?
Ranches Academy is ranked #117 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Ranches Academy often compared to?
Ranches Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeview Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Ranches Academy?
367 students attend Ranches Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Ranches Academy students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ranches Academy?
Ranches Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ranches Academy offer ?
Ranches Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Ranches Academy part of?
Ranches Academy is part of Ranches Academy School District.
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