Serving 415 students in grades 5-8, Salt Lake Arts Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 415 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salt Lake Arts Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Salt Lake Arts Academy's student population of 415 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
415 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
School Rankings
Salt Lake Arts 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 Salt Lake Arts Academy is 0.42, 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
#108 out of 957 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)59%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)56%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
13%
21%
Black
2%
1%
White
75%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.6%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salt Lake Arts Academy's ranking?
Salt Lake Arts Academy is ranked #108 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Salt Lake Arts Academy often compared to?
Salt Lake Arts Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Clayton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Salt Lake Arts Academy?
415 students attend Salt Lake Arts Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Salt Lake Arts Academy students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Salt Lake Arts Academy?
Salt Lake Arts Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Salt Lake Arts Academy offer ?
Salt Lake Arts Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Salt Lake Arts Academy part of?
Salt Lake Arts Academy is part of Salt Lake Arts Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Salt Lake Arts Academy located?
Salt Lake Arts Academy is located in the Central City neighborhood of Salt Lake City, UT. There are 3 other public schools located in Central City.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I have two kids in this school. It is small, the principal knows all the kids, the academics are excellent. I couldn't be happier. YOu have to enter a lottery to get your kids in, so you have to apply by January if you want them to get in by Fall.
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