Serving 403 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 39%). 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 18:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% 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: 5-8
- Enrollment: 403 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Salt Lake Arts Academy's student population of 403 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
403 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Salt Lake Arts Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 975 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salt Lake Arts Academy is 0.40, 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
#165 out of 975 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)48%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)59%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)56%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
13%
20%
Black
1%
1%
White
76%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
24%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salt Lake Arts Academy's ranking?
Salt Lake Arts Academy is ranked #165 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% 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?
403 students attend Salt Lake Arts Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% 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 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Salt Lake Arts Academy?
Salt Lake Arts Academy has a student ration of 18:1, 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 10/30/2008
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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