Terra Academy

267 Aggie Blvd.
Vernal, UT 84078
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 622 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Terra 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 18% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower 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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 622 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 9%
  • : 70-79% (Btm 50% in UT)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 18% (Btm 50%)
  • : 28% (Btm 50%)
  • : 36% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education

School Overview

Terra Academy's student population of 622 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
622 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers

School Rankings

Terra 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 Terra Academy is 0.17, 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.
This School
State Level (UT)
#844 out of 975 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(20-21)
18%
39%
(20-21)
28%
43%
(20-21)
36%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
91%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.17
70-79%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
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 Terra Academy's ranking?
Terra Academy is ranked #844 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Terra Academy often compared to?
Terra Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Uintah Middle School, Vernal Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Terra Academy?
The graduation rate of Terra Academy is 70-79%, which is lower than the Utah state average of 88%.
How many students attend Terra Academy?
622 students attend Terra Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Terra Academy students are White, 4% 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 Terra Academy?
Terra Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Terra Academy offer ?
Terra Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Terra Academy part of?
Terra Academy is part of Terra Academy School District.

School Reviews

3   3/26/2020
I strongly disagree with the above. I have had two students go through Terra. My children have been there since the beginning. Terra has strengthened their chances for success at college, given them opportunities they would not have had otherwise. I cannot believe all the things Terra has been able to offer my two students over the years they have been there. I know for a fact that there is a reading program. Whether those teachers were adhering to, it is another story. It's also obvious that Terra has been trying very hard over the last four years to get good teachers in its classrooms. You can see by their test scores that those decisions have been the right ones. We celebrate Terra and thank them for being here for our students. Great School!!!
- Posted by Parent - Parent of two students
1   9/30/2019
The hope that was Terra Academy has dimmed. The first two years, Terra Academy was a wonderful, collaborative environment, exceptionally pro-active. Teachers were well-supported by both admin and parents. We were committed to building something new, something needed and essential in our community. Terra's approach to education is flawed only by the lack of effective, responsive, and supportive administration. As the State noose has tightened because of low test scores, admin continues to ignore countless requests and pleadings from teachers for a reading program. A proper language program was only provided for K-3 the beginning of the 2018-19 school year, with significant improvements in language tests (which weren't recognized by admin). Admin remains unresponsive to teachers'' requests for quality, vetted programs that provide the sure foundation for any strong curriculum. The teachers are passionate about doing what's best for students. Unfortunately, with the current administration, mediocre academic results and low to moderate growth is the best parents can expect. Such a shame.
- Posted by Teacher - Green Planet

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 622 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 9%
  • : 70-79% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 18% (Btm 50%)
  • : 28% (Btm 50%)
  • : 36% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education

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