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#75 of 77 private schools in UT

Ensign Peak Academy

School

10965 E 19000 N, Mount Pleasant, UT 84647

Private

Enrollment

278

Student-Teacher

32.7:1

Score

3.8

Grades

1st – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#75 of 77

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Ensign Peak Academy

3.8/10

School in Mount Pleasant · grades 1st – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.0/10

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6.3/10

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About Ensign Peak Academy

Ensign Peak Academy is a private school in Mount Pleasant, UT. Ensign Peak Academy serves approximately 278 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 32.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Ensign Peak Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #75 of 77 private schools in UT.

How it compares2.5 pts below UT schools
  • This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
  • UT avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Ensign Peak Academy runs 32.7:1 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.

Ensign Peak 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.

Ensign Peak Academy sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Ensign Peak Academy compares to the 1 public school in Mount Pleasant, UT

Student-Teacher Ratio
32.7:1
This School
vs
12.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
278
This School
vs
88
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
3.8
This School
vs
7.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 81.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 6.5% vs 0%
Black 1.4% vs 0%
Asian 1.4% vs 0%
Ensign Peak Academy Mount Pleasant Public Avg

All Schools in Mount Pleasant

School Rating
Ensign Peak Academy (this school) 3.8
Pleasant Creek High School 7.6

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
D 1.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 32.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C- 2.2 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 5.7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 997.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 4.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 32%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A 8.8 / 10
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Enrollment 278
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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)

White 81.7%
Hispanic 6.5%
Two or More 6.5%
Pacific Islander 2.5%
Black 1.4%
Asian 1.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

10965 E 19000 N, Mount Pleasant, UT 84647

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ensign Peak Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Fountain Green School (rated 8.6/10, 12.3 miles away, in nearby Fountain Green), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fairview School (rated 8.4/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Fairview), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Manti High (rated 8.1/10, 22.1 miles away, in nearby Manti), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mount Pleasant, see our Mount Pleasant schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 30.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Mt. Pleasant School Mt. Pleasant 1.2 mi 6.0
North Sanpete High Mt. Pleasant 1.4 mi 6.3
Pleasant Creek High School Mount Pleasant 1.2 mi 7.6
Fairview School Fairview 5.6 mi 8.4
Spring City School Spring City 5.7 mi 5.5
North Sanpete Middle Moroni 7.6 mi 5.9
Moroni School Moroni 8.4 mi 5.9
OXBOW ACADEMY Wales 11.7 mi 4.0
Fountain Green School Fountain Green 12.3 mi 8.6
Ephraim School Ephraim 16.0 mi 7.7
Ephraim Middle Ephraim 16.0 mi 6.4
Manti High Manti 22.1 mi 8.1
South Sanpete Education Support Center Manti 22.6 mi
Manti School Manti 22.7 mi 6.8
Juab High Nephi 23.9 mi 5.8
Red Cliff School Nephi 23.5 mi 6.0
Nebo View School Nephi 23.8 mi 7.2
Juab Jr High Nephi 23.9 mi 4.4
Mona School Mona 28.7 mi 7.5
Cottonwood School Orangeville 30.3 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 84647 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,978

Median Home Value

$280,100

Median Rent

$1,049/mo

Population

4,578

College Educated

17.8%

Homeownership

75.6%

Poverty Rate

26.2%

Median Age

32.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ensign Peak Academy

What grades does Ensign Peak Academy serve?

Ensign Peak Academy serves students in grades 1st through 12th.

How many students attend Ensign Peak Academy?

Ensign Peak Academy has an enrollment of approximately 278 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ensign Peak Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Ensign Peak Academy is 32.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Ensign Peak Academy rank in UT?

Ensign Peak Academy ranks #75 of 77 private schools in UT.

What is Ensign Peak Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Ensign Peak Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Ensign Peak Academy a private school?

Yes, Ensign Peak Academy is a private coeducational school with a Latter Day Saints (Mormon) affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Ensign Peak Academy a religious school?

Ensign Peak Academy has a Latter Day Saints (Mormon) religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
1st – 12th
Enrollment
278
Gender Split
52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
32.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
9
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Latter Day Saints (Mormon)
School Day
5.7 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Sanpete County

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