Best Schools in Alta, Utah
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$706,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$706,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Median household income
- $153,333
- Median home value
- $706,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 54%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 90%
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Alta compares
Median household income
$153k
180% of Utah median
About Schools in Alta, Utah
Alta, Utah is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
Alta is served by 1 school district: Canyons District. These districts collectively serve 33,196 students.
Alta's community shows 54% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $153,333. The poverty rate in the area is 4.4%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 8 students · Kindergarten–8th | — |
Schools in Alta
Alta, Utah · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$153,333
Median Home Value
$706,400
Median Rent
$2,146/mo
Population
28,162
College Educated
54%
Homeownership
90%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
4.4%
Community Profile
Alta has a median household income of $153,333. It is a well-educated community where 54% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $706,400, with a median rent of $2,146/month. The local poverty rate of 4.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Utah
- Elementary
- 1
School District
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Common questions about schools in Alta, Utah
How many schools are in Alta, Utah?
Alta has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
How many school districts serve Alta, Utah?
Alta is served by 1 school district: Canyons District.
What is the education level in Alta, Utah?
According to Census data, 54% of adults in Alta have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Alta, Utah?
The median household income in Alta is approximately $153,333 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Alta, Utah?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Alta is 8.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Alta, Utah?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Utah Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.