Average
#30 of 77 private schools in UT
Top 38% of private schools
Mountain Springs Preparatory Academy
High School
1957 W ROYAL HUNTE DR STE 100, Cedar City, UT 84720
Enrollment
36
Student-Teacher
5.7:1
Score
6.7
Grades
10th – 12th
Enrollment
36
Student-Teacher
5.7:1
Score
6.7
Grades
10th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Utah private schools
#30 of 77
In Cedar City
#2 of 2
public schools
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About Mountain Springs Preparatory Academy
Mountain Springs Preparatory Academy is a private high school in Cedar City, UT. Mountain Springs Preparatory Academy serves approximately 36 students, and covers grades 10th-12th, and has a 5.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Mountain Springs Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #30 of 77 private schools in UT.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- UT avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 36 students, Mountain Springs 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 5.7:1 students to teachers, Mountain Springs Preparatory Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Mountain Springs 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 Mountain Springs Preparatory Academy compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Cedar City, UT
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mountain Springs Preparatory Academy (this school) | 6.7 |
| Launch High | 8.6 |
| Cedar City High | 6.1 |
| Southwest Educational Academy | 5.4 |
| Success SUU | 8.3 |
| Canyon View High | 6.6 |
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
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Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1957 W ROYAL HUNTE DR STE 100, Cedar City, UT 84720
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mountain Springs Preparatory Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Launch High (rated 8.6/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is Success SUU (rated 8.3/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HAVENWOOD SCHOOLS (rated 6.9/10, 4.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Cedar City, see our Cedar City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Launch High Cedar City | 0.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Cedar Middle Cedar City | 0.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Cedar City High Cedar City | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Southwest Educational Academy Cedar City | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Iron County Preschool Cedar City | 1.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Cedar South School Cedar City | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| TURNING POINT SCHOOL Cedar City | 1.4 mi | — |
| Success SUU Cedar City | 1.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Cedar North School Cedar City | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Cedar East School Cedar City | 2.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Iron Springs School Cedar City | 3.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Canyon View Middle Cedar City | 3.9 mi | 6.5 |
| HAVENWOOD SCHOOLS Cedar City | 4.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Canyon View High Cedar City | 4.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Fiddlers Canyon School Cedar City | 4.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Gateway Preparatory Academy Enoch | 6.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Three Peaks School Cedar City | 7.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Three Peaks Pre School Cedar City | 7.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Enoch School Enoch | 7.9 mi | 5.8 |
| RENEWED HOPE RANCH ACADEMY Cedar City | 9.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 84720 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,742
Median Home Value
$357,400
Median Rent
$932/mo
Population
24,323
College Educated
34.7%
Homeownership
65%
Avg Commute
13.7 min
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Median Age
29.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HAVENWOOD SCHOOLS Cedar City, UT | 6.9 |
| NEW HAVEN SCHOOL Spanish Fork, UT | 6.5 |
| NEW HAVEN SCHOOL Saratoga Springs, UT | 6.9 |
| GARFIELD ACADEMY Salt Lake City, UT | 6.3 |
| LA EUROPA ACADEMY Salt Lake City, UT | 6.3 |
| LA EUROPA ACADEMY Murray, UT | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mountain Springs Preparatory Academy
What grades does Mountain Springs Preparatory Academy serve?
Mountain Springs Preparatory Academy serves students in grades 10th through 12th.
How many students attend Mountain Springs Preparatory Academy?
Mountain Springs Preparatory Academy has an enrollment of approximately 36 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mountain Springs Preparatory Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Mountain Springs Preparatory Academy is 5.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Mountain Springs Preparatory Academy rank in UT?
Mountain Springs Preparatory Academy ranks #30 of 77 private schools in UT.
What is Mountain Springs Preparatory Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Mountain Springs Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Mountain Springs Preparatory Academy a private school?
Yes, Mountain Springs Preparatory 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 Mountain Springs Preparatory Academy a religious school?
No, Mountain Springs Preparatory Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 10th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 36
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 200 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Iron County
- Phone
- (435) 867-5555
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