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#41 of 77 private schools in UT
Garfield Academy
High School
1838 S 1500 E STE 2, Salt Lake City, UT 84105
Enrollment
46
Student-Teacher
3.1:1
Score
6.3
Grades
7th – 11th
Enrollment
46
Student-Teacher
3.1:1
Score
6.3
Grades
7th – 11th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Utah private schools
#41 of 77
In Salt Lake City
#10 of 24
public schools
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About Garfield Academy
Garfield Academy is a private high school in Salt Lake City, UT. Garfield Academy serves approximately 46 students, and covers grades 7th-11th, and has a 3.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Garfield Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #41 of 77 private schools in UT.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- UT avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 46 students, Garfield 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 3.1:1 students to teachers, Garfield Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Garfield 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 Garfield Academy compares to 37 public schools serving similar grades in Salt Lake City, UT
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Garfield Academy (this school) | 6.3 |
| Highland High | 8.4 |
| Clayton Middle | 9.0 |
| Salt Lake School for the Performing Arts | 5.4 |
| Utah Connections Academy | 5.6 |
| Hillside Middle | 8.6 |
| East High | 7.0 |
| Nibley Park School | 6.9 |
| Innovations High School | 4.5 |
| Jean Massieu School for the Deaf | 5.8 |
| Blind Region 2 | — |
| Granite Technical Institute | 4.9 |
| Evergreen Jr High | 7.4 |
| Salt Lake Arts Academy | 7.4 |
| Horizonte Instruction & Training Center | 8.0 |
| Granite Park Jr High | 5.1 |
| City Academy | 5.9 |
| Salt Lake Center for Science Education Bryant | 7.0 |
| Youth Educational Support School | 4.8 |
| Granite Connection High | 5.9 |
| Open Classroom | 4.9 |
Showing 20 of 37 schools. View all schools in Salt Lake City
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
1838 S 1500 E STE 2, Salt Lake City, UT 84105
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garfield Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Highland High (rated 8.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is East High (rated 7.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Salt Lake School for the Performing Arts (rated 5.4/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Salt Lake City, see our Salt Lake City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Highland High Salt Lake City | 0.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Uintah School Salt Lake City | 0.9 mi | 9.1 |
| Clayton Middle Salt Lake City | 0.8 mi | 9.0 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE Salt Lake City | 1.0 mi | — |
| Emerson School Salt Lake City | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Salt Lake School for the Performing Arts Salt Lake City | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| CARDEN MEMORIAL SCHOOL Salt Lake City | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Dilworth School Salt Lake City | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Bonneville School Salt Lake City | 1.2 mi | 9.3 |
| REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Salt Lake City | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Highland Park School Salt Lake City | 1.4 mi | 8.9 |
| CARMEN B PINGREE CENTER Salt Lake City | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| East High Salt Lake City | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| ROWLAND HALL Salt Lake City | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Utah Connections Academy Salt Lake City | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Hawthorne School Salt Lake City | 1.3 mi | 9.2 |
| THE MCGILLIS SCHOOL Salt Lake City | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Hillside Middle Salt Lake City | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| ROWLAND HALL Salt Lake City | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| MONTESSORI COMMUNITY SCHOOL OF SALT LAKE CITY Salt Lake City | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 84105 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,145
Median Home Value
$632,200
Median Rent
$1,482/mo
Population
22,963
College Educated
65.8%
Homeownership
61.2%
Avg Commute
19.3 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
35.6
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LA EUROPA ACADEMY Salt Lake City, UT | 6.3 |
| LA EUROPA ACADEMY Murray, UT | 6.2 |
| Canyons Transition Academy Sandy, UT | 6.4 |
| NEW HAVEN SCHOOL Spanish Fork, UT | 6.5 |
| MOUNTAIN SPRINGS PREPARATORY ACADEMY Cedar City, UT | 6.7 |
| CATALYST PREPARATORY ACADEMY Brigham City, UT | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Garfield Academy
What grades does Garfield Academy serve?
Garfield Academy serves students in grades 7th through 11th.
How many students attend Garfield Academy?
Garfield Academy has an enrollment of approximately 46 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garfield Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Garfield Academy is 3.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Garfield Academy rank in UT?
Garfield Academy ranks #41 of 77 private schools in UT.
What is Garfield Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Garfield Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Garfield Academy a private school?
Yes, Garfield 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 Garfield Academy a religious school?
No, Garfield Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 7th – 11th
- Enrollment
- 46
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 155 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Salt Lake County
- Phone
- (801) 296-0600
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