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#807 of 974 schools in UT

City Academy

High School · City Academy

555 E 200 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84102

Charter
99
Students
7.6:1
Student-Teacher
7th – 12th
Grades Served
#807 of 974 in UT

About City Academy

City Academy is a public high school in Salt Lake City, UT, part of the City Academy. The school serves approximately 99 students in grades 7th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 7.6:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 3.9/10, placing it in the 17.2th percentile among UT schools — an below average rating overall.

The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.8/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $50,040, where 56% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a midsize city setting.

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 3/4 metrics
Student Progress1.0Significantly Below Average36%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-18.62 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics2.2Needs Improvement36%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency15%
Reading/ELA Proficiency24.5%
Overall Proficiency20%
Expected (poverty-adj.)29%
vs. Expected-9.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile13th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment9.8Exceptional29%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio7.6:1

City Academy — Students at City Academy score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

58.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

How City Academy Compares

See how City Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.9/10
17th percentile in UT
Academic
2.2/10
2.2/10
Growth
1.0/10
Below average
Environment
9.8/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
59%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
13 teachers

Location

555 E 200 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84102

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Salt Lake Center for Science Education Bryant SALT LAKE CITY 0.4 mi 6.5
LOLIE ECCLES EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Salt Lake City 0.4 mi 7.1
Open Classroom SALT LAKE CITY 0.5 mi 6.3
M. Lynn Bennion School SALT LAKE CITY 0.6 mi 3.9
THE MADELEINE CHOIR SCHOOL Salt Lake City 0.6 mi 7.1
JUDGE MEMORIAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Salt Lake City 1.0 mi 7.1
OUR LADY OF LOURDES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Salt Lake City 1.1 mi 7.1
ROWLAND HALL Salt Lake City 1.1 mi 7.1
Wasatch School SALT LAKE CITY 1.0 mi 7.1
Salt Lake Arts Academy SALT LAKE CITY 1.2 mi 5.3
ST JOHN'S COMMUNITY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Salt Lake City 1.3 mi 7.1
Ensign School SALT LAKE CITY 1.3 mi 7.5
Liberty School SALT LAKE CITY 1.5 mi 4.0
THE MCGILLIS SCHOOL Salt Lake City 1.3 mi 7.1
East High SALT LAKE CITY 1.4 mi 5.3
Washington School SALT LAKE CITY 1.5 mi 6.4
MISS BILLIES KIDS KAMPUS Salt Lake City 1.5 mi 7.1
West High SALT LAKE CITY 1.5 mi 8.5
Emerson School SALT LAKE CITY 1.8 mi 5.7
MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE Salt Lake City 1.8 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 84102 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,040

Median Home Value

$487,200

Median Rent

$1,305/mo

Population

19,145

College Educated

56%

Homeownership

24.4%

Avg Commute

18.6 min

Poverty Rate

27.8%

Median Age

29.6

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School Rating
Cache High LOGAN, UT 3.8
Bryce Valley High TROPIC, UT 3.7
Tabiona High TABIONA, UT 4.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about City Academy

What grades does City Academy serve?

City Academy serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend City Academy?

City Academy has an enrollment of approximately 99 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at City Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at City Academy is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does City Academy rank in UT?

City Academy is ranked #807 out of 974 schools in UT.

What is City Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

City Academy has a composite rating of 3.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.

Is City Academy a charter school?

Yes, City Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is City Academy a Title I school?

No, City Academy is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for City Academy?

58.6% of students at City Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
99
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Free/Reduced Lunch
58.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Salt Lake County
Data Year
2023–2024

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Data Sources: School Info: NCES CCD (SY 2022-23) Neighborhood: Census ACS (2019-2023) Ratings: MySchoolScout (2024) Full data source details