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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
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
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City Academy — Students at City Academy score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
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58.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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How City Academy Compares
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Funding & Resources
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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| 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.
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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
- Phone
- (801) 596-8489
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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