Average
#430 of 1,015 schools in UT
Top 42% in state
Ascent Academies of Utah - West Valley
Elementary School · Ascent Academies of Utah
5685 West Cilma Drive, West Valley City, UT 84128
Enrollment
443
Student-Teacher
20.1:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
443
Student-Teacher
20.1:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Utah schools
#430 of 1,015
In West Valley City
#7 of 35
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
Ascent Academies of Utah
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Ascent Academies of Utah - West Valley
Elementary School in West Valley City · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ascent Academies of Utah - West Valley
Ascent Academies of Utah - West Valley is a public elementary school in West Valley City, UT, part of Ascent Academies of Utah. Ascent Academies of Utah - West Valley serves approximately 443 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 20.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Ascent Academies of Utah - West Valley has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #430 of 1,015 schools in UT.
Structured state assessment records for Ascent Academies of Utah - West Valley show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- UT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Ascent Academies of Utah - West Valley sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Ascent Academies of Utah - West Valley runs 20.1:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Ascent Academies of Utah - West Valley is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Ascent Academies of Utah - West Valley — Students at Ascent Academies of Utah - West Valley score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores UT RISE (2024-25)
Based on 11 test records from UT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.
How Ascent Academies of Utah - West Valley Compares
See how Ascent Academies of Utah - West Valley performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5685 West Cilma Drive, West Valley City, UT 84128
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ascent Academies of Utah - West Valley may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Neil Armstrong Academy (rated 7.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby West Valley), which scores slightly higher. Another option is West Valley School (rated 6.9/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, West Kearns School (rated 6.9/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Kearns), with a very similar rating. For more schools in West Valley City, see our West Valley City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hunter High West Valley City | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Whittier School West Valley City | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Hunter Jr High West Valley City | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Hillside School West Valley City | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Hunter School West Valley City | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| West Valley School West Valley City | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Valley Crest School West Valley City | 1.3 mi | 3.1 |
| Esperanza School West Valley City | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Jackling School West Valley City | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Wallace Stegner Academy West Valley West Valley City | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Douglas T. Orchard School West Valley City | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| John F. Kennedy Jr High West Valley City | 1.5 mi | 3.7 |
| Neil Armstrong Academy West Valley | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Silver Hills School Kearns | 1.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Monticello Academy West Valley City | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Gearld Wright School Salt Lake City | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Academy Park School West Valley City | 1.8 mi | 3.7 |
| West Kearns School Kearns | 2.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Monroe School West Valley City | 2.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Western Hills School Kearns | 2.3 mi | 3.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 84128 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$109,286
Median Home Value
$404,600
Median Rent
$1,838/mo
Population
32,072
College Educated
16.7%
Homeownership
88.4%
Avg Commute
24.5 min
Poverty Rate
5.9%
Median Age
30.7
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| School | Rating |
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| Eagle Bay School Farmington, UT | 6.7 |
| East Sandy School Sandy, UT | 6.7 |
| Fielding School Fielding, UT | 6.7 |
| Greenville School North Logan, UT | 6.7 |
| Kanab School Kanab, UT | 6.7 |
| Middle Canyon School Tooele, UT | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ascent Academies of Utah - West Valley
What grades does Ascent Academies of Utah - West Valley serve?
Ascent Academies of Utah - West Valley serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Ascent Academies of Utah - West Valley?
Ascent Academies of Utah - West Valley has an enrollment of approximately 443 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ascent Academies of Utah - West Valley?
The student-teacher ratio at Ascent Academies of Utah - West Valley is 20.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ascent Academies of Utah - West Valley rank in UT?
Ascent Academies of Utah - West Valley ranks #430 of 1,015 schools in UT.
What is Ascent Academies of Utah - West Valley's MySchoolScout rating?
Ascent Academies of Utah - West Valley has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Ascent Academies of Utah - West Valley?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ascent Academies of Utah - West Valley has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).
Is Ascent Academies of Utah - West Valley a charter school?
Yes, Ascent Academies of Utah - West Valley is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Ascent Academies of Utah - West Valley a Title I school?
No, Ascent Academies of Utah - West Valley is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ascent Academies of Utah - West Valley?
58.9% of students at Ascent Academies of Utah - West Valley 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
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 443
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Salt Lake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 57.6%
- Phone
- (801) 685-0228
Resources & Links
District
Ascent Academies of Utah- District Enrollment
- 2,750
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,743
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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