Serving 642 students in grades Kindergarten-9, 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 36% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). 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 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% 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: Kindergarten-9
- Enrollment: 642 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Valley Academy's student population of 642 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 75% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-9
Total Students
642 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
At Valley Academy we are dedicated to achieving excellence in our education, our character, and our pathways for the future.
Average Class Size
23 students
School Rankings
Valley Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley Academy is 0.45, 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
#675 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)33%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)38%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
25%
21%
White
70%
69%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Academy's ranking?
Valley Academy is ranked #675 out of 957 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?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Valley Academy?
642 students attend Valley Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Valley Academy students are White, 25% 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 21:1.
What grades does Valley Academy offer ?
Valley Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-9
What school district is Valley Academy part of?
Valley Academy is part of Valley Academy School District.
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