Excellent
#2 of 77 private schools in UT
Top 1% of private schools
Daybreak Academy
Elementary School
11221 S COPPER ROCK DR, South Jordan, UT 84009
Enrollment
108
Student-Teacher
4.3:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
108
Student-Teacher
4.3:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Utah private schools
#2 of 77
In South Jordan
#1 of 2
public schools
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Daybreak Academy
Elementary School in South Jordan · grades Pre-K – 1st. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Daybreak Academy
Daybreak Academy is a private elementary school in South Jordan, UT. Daybreak Academy serves approximately 108 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 4.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Daybreak Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #2 of 77 private schools in UT.
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- UT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 108 students, Daybreak Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 4.3:1 students to teachers, Daybreak Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Daybreak Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Daybreak Academy compares to 14 public schools serving similar grades in South Jordan, UT
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Daybreak Academy (this school) | 8.5 |
| Daybreak School | 5.8 |
| Early Light Academy at Daybreak | 5.2 |
| Eastlake School | 7.7 |
| Mountain West Montessori Academy | 5.0 |
| Golden Fields School | 8.9 |
| Career Academy of Utah | — |
| Aspen Elementary | 5.8 |
| Welby School | 5.9 |
| Elk Meadows School | 7.7 |
| Monte Vista School | 7.1 |
| Jordan Ridge School | 7.9 |
| South Jordan School | 6.7 |
| Hawthorn Academy South Jordan | 7.6 |
| Rivers Edge School | — |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in UT.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in UT
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
11221 S COPPER ROCK DR, South Jordan, UT 84009
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Daybreak Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Golden Fields School (rated 8.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Bastian School (rated 7.8/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Herriman), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Eastlake School (rated 7.7/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in South Jordan, see our South Jordan schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Daybreak School South Jordan | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Early Light Academy at Daybreak South Jordan | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Eastlake School South Jordan | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Midas Creek School Riverton | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| American Academy of Innovation South Jordan | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Mountain West Montessori Academy South Jordan | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Golden Fields School South Jordan | 1.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Mountain Creek Middle School South Jordan | 1.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Copper Mountain Middle Herriman | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Herriman High Herriman | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Bastian School Herriman | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Paradigm High School South Jordan | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| ST ANDREW CATHOLIC SCHOOL Riverton | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Career Academy of Utah South Jordan | 1.8 mi | — |
| Athlos Academy of Utah Herriman | 2.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Advantage Arts Academy Herriman | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Welby School South Jordan | 2.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Silver Crest School Herriman | 2.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Elk Ridge Middle South Jordan | 2.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Aspen Elementary South Jordan | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 84009 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$130,559
Median Home Value
$570,400
Median Rent
$1,857/mo
Population
42,091
College Educated
46.6%
Homeownership
93%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
2.7%
Median Age
33.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Silver Summit School Kamas, UT | 8.5 |
| Manila School Manila, UT | 8.6 |
| Myton School Myton, UT | 8.4 |
| Cedar Valley School Cedar Fort, UT | 8.2 |
| ELIZABETH ACADEMY Salt Lake City, UT | 8.8 |
| Castle Dale School Castle Dale, UT | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Daybreak Academy
What grades does Daybreak Academy serve?
Daybreak Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Daybreak Academy?
Daybreak Academy has an enrollment of approximately 108 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Daybreak Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Daybreak Academy is 4.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Daybreak Academy rank in UT?
Daybreak Academy ranks #2 of 77 private schools in UT.
What is Daybreak Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Daybreak Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Daybreak Academy a private school?
Yes, Daybreak Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Daybreak Academy a religious school?
No, Daybreak Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 108
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 233 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Salt Lake County
- Phone
- (801) 878-1788
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