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#40 of 77 private schools in UT

Mount Vernon Academy

School

240 E 5600 S, Murray, UT 84107

Private

Enrollment

102

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Utah private schools

#40 of 77

In Murray

#1 of 2

public schools

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Mount Vernon Academy

6.3/10

School in Murray · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Hillcrest JR High

4.8/10

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About Mount Vernon Academy

Mount Vernon Academy is a private school in Murray, UT. Mount Vernon Academy serves approximately 102 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount Vernon Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #40 of 77 private schools in UT.

How it comparesOn par with UT schools
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • UT avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 102 students, Mount Vernon 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.

Mount Vernon 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

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How Mount Vernon Academy compares to 11 public schools serving similar grades in Murray, UT

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
This School
vs
20.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
102
This School
vs
666
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.3
This School
vs
6.7
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 58.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 16.7% vs 0%
Black 10.8% vs 0%
Asian 9.8% vs 0%
Mount Vernon Academy Murray Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Mount Vernon Academy (this school) 6.3
Hillcrest Jr High 4.8
Mcmillan School 8.5
Murray High 6.6
Parkside School 4.7
Liberty School 5.9
Longview School 6.0
Viewmont School 8.4
Riverview Jr High 7.1
Grant School 8.0
Horizon School 7.8
Utah Virtual Academy 5.7

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)
B- 4.9 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 3.3 / 10
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School Day Length 6.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,116
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 8.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 57%
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 102
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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 58.8%
Hispanic 16.7%
Black 10.8%
Asian 9.8%
Native American 3.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

240 E 5600 S, Murray, UT 84107

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mount Vernon Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Mcmillan School (rated 8.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Academy for Math Engineering & Science (rated 8.5/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Salt Lake City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Viewmont School (rated 8.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Murray, see our Murray schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Hillcrest Jr High Murray 0.4 mi 4.8
Mcmillan School Murray 0.4 mi 8.5
Murray High Murray 0.5 mi 6.6
Parkside School Murray 0.8 mi 4.7
Early Childhood Center Murray 0.9 mi 3.8
Liberty School Murray 0.9 mi 5.9
Longview School Murray 1.0 mi 6.0
East Midvale School Midvale 1.6 mi 3.8
VALOR PREPARATORY ACADEMY Murray 1.4 mi
Utah Virtual Academy Murray 1.7 mi 5.7
LA EUROPA ACADEMY Salt Lake City 1.4 mi 6.3
LA EUROPA ACADEMY Murray 1.4 mi 6.2
Grant School Murray 1.5 mi 8.0
Viewmont School Murray 1.4 mi 8.4
Riverview Jr High Murray 1.4 mi 7.1
Horizon School Murray 1.5 mi 7.8
James E. Moss School Salt Lake City 1.9 mi 3.3
Academy for Math Engineering & Science Salt Lake City 1.6 mi 8.5
Cottonwood High Salt Lake City 1.6 mi 4.8
Woodstock School Salt Lake City 1.7 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 84107 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,469

Median Home Value

$426,000

Median Rent

$1,387/mo

Population

37,548

College Educated

38%

Homeownership

47.2%

Avg Commute

20.2 min

Poverty Rate

10.2%

Median Age

35

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mount Vernon Academy

What grades does Mount Vernon Academy serve?

Mount Vernon Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Mount Vernon Academy?

Mount Vernon Academy has an enrollment of approximately 102 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Vernon Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Mount Vernon Academy is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Mount Vernon Academy rank in UT?

Mount Vernon Academy ranks #40 of 77 private schools in UT.

What is Mount Vernon Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Mount Vernon 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 Mount Vernon Academy a private school?

Yes, Mount Vernon 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 Mount Vernon Academy a religious school?

No, Mount Vernon Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
49 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
38 Some Transit
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
102
Gender Split
56% M / 44% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
9
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.2 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Salt Lake County

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