Serving 703 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Neil Armstrong Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower 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 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 703 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Neil Armstrong Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Neil Armstrong Academy's student population of 703 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
703 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
2013
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
10
School Motto
We are engaged in the relentless pursuit of awesomeness!
School Rankings
Neil Armstrong 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 Neil Armstrong Academy is 0.62, which is more 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
#531 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)39%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
13%
20%
Black
2%
1%
White
59%
71%
Hawaiian
8%
1%
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Neil Armstrong Academy's ranking?
Neil Armstrong Academy is ranked #531 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Neil Armstrong Academy often compared to?
Neil Armstrong Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Cottonwood School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Neil Armstrong Academy?
703 students attend Neil Armstrong Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Neil Armstrong Academy students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hawaiian, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Neil Armstrong Academy?
Neil Armstrong Academy has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Neil Armstrong Academy offer ?
Neil Armstrong Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Neil Armstrong Academy part of?
Neil Armstrong Academy is part of Granite School District.
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