Below Average
#70 of 77 private schools in UT
Liahona Preparatory Academy
School
2464 W 450 S, Pleasant Grove, UT 84062
Enrollment
171
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
171
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#70 of 77
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About Liahona Preparatory Academy
Liahona Preparatory Academy is a private school in Pleasant Grove, UT. Liahona Preparatory Academy serves approximately 171 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Liahona Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #70 of 77 private schools in UT.
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- UT avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 171 students, Liahona Preparatory 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 9.6:1 students to teachers, Liahona Preparatory Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Liahona Preparatory 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 Liahona Preparatory Academy compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Pleasant Grove, UT
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Liahona Preparatory Academy (this school) | 4.8 |
| Mount Mahogany School | 2.9 |
| Spectrum Academy - Pleasant Grove | 7.9 |
| John Hancock Charter School | 7.2 |
| Pleasant Grove Jr High | 5.0 |
| Central School | 4.4 |
| Manila School | 6.4 |
| Grovecrest School | 4.6 |
| Pleasant Grove High | 5.1 |
| Lincoln Academy | 6.9 |
| Canyon Grove Academy | 4.7 |
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
2464 W 450 S, Pleasant Grove, UT 84062
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Liahona Preparatory Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Spectrum Academy - Pleasant Grove (rated 7.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lincoln Academy (rated 6.9/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Athenian eAcademy (rated 6.4/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby American Fork), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pleasant Grove, see our Pleasant Grove schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Odyssey Charter School American Fork | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Summit High American Fork | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Polaris High School American Fork | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Athenian eAcademy American Fork | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Mount Mahogany School Pleasant Grove | 1.2 mi | 2.9 |
| Barratt School American Fork | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Spectrum Academy - Pleasant Grove Pleasant Grove | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Dan W. Peterson American Fork | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Greenwood School American Fork | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| American Fork High American Fork | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Forbes School American Fork | 2.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Manila School Pleasant Grove | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| John Hancock Charter School Pleasant Grove | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Alpine Online School American Fork | 2.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Pleasant Grove Jr High Pleasant Grove | 2.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Central School Pleasant Grove | 2.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Grovecrest School Pleasant Grove | 2.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Shelley School American Fork | 2.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Lincoln Academy Pleasant Grove | 2.9 mi | 6.9 |
| American Fork Jr High American Fork | 3.2 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 84062 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,584
Median Home Value
$479,800
Median Rent
$1,617/mo
Population
47,489
College Educated
43.4%
Homeownership
70%
Avg Commute
21.2 min
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Median Age
27.8
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| Horizon School Saratoga Springs, UT | 3.8 |
| Jean Massieu School for the Deaf Salt Lake City, UT | 5.8 |
| Dugway Dugway, UT | 6.2 |
| Career Academy of Utah South Jordan, UT | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Liahona Preparatory Academy
What grades does Liahona Preparatory Academy serve?
Liahona Preparatory Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Liahona Preparatory Academy?
Liahona Preparatory Academy has an enrollment of approximately 171 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Liahona Preparatory Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Liahona Preparatory Academy is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Liahona Preparatory Academy rank in UT?
Liahona Preparatory Academy ranks #70 of 77 private schools in UT.
What is Liahona Preparatory Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Liahona Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Liahona Preparatory Academy a private school?
Yes, Liahona Preparatory 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 Liahona Preparatory Academy a religious school?
Liahona Preparatory Academy has a Latter Day Saints (Mormon) religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 171
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Latter Day Saints (Mormon)
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 132 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Utah County
- Phone
- (801) 785-7850
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