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#74 of 77 private schools in UT

Oxbow Academy

High School

95 N STATE ST, Wales, UT 84667

Private

Enrollment

85

Student-Teacher

17:1

Score

4.0

Grades

7th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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Oxbow Academy

4.0/10

High School in Wales · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Moroni School

5.9/10

3.8 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

North Sanpete Middle

5.9/10

4.3 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Oxbow Academy

Oxbow Academy is a private high school in Wales, UT. Oxbow Academy serves approximately 85 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Oxbow Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #74 of 77 private schools in UT.

How it compares2.6 pts below UT schools
  • This school 4.0 · Below Average
  • UT avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 85 students, Oxbow 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.

Oxbow 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.

Oxbow 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.

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)
C 2.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 17:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.6 / 10
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School Day Length 5.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,300
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
D 1.3 / 10
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Diversity Index 0%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B+ 7.0 / 10
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Enrollment 85
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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 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

95 N STATE ST, Wales, UT 84667

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oxbow Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Manti High (rated 8.1/10, 14.7 miles away, in nearby Manti), which scores notably higher. Another option is North Sanpete High (rated 6.3/10, 10.6 miles away, in nearby Mt. Pleasant), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Juab High (rated 5.8/10, 19.0 miles away, in nearby Nephi), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wales, see our Wales schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 25.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Moroni School Moroni 3.8 mi 5.9
North Sanpete Middle Moroni 4.3 mi 5.9
Fountain Green School Fountain Green 9.7 mi 8.6
Ephraim Middle Ephraim 9.8 mi 6.4
Ephraim School Ephraim 9.9 mi 7.7
Spring City School Spring City 7.9 mi 5.5
Pleasant Creek High School Mount Pleasant 10.5 mi 7.6
North Sanpete High Mt. Pleasant 10.6 mi 6.3
Mt. Pleasant School Mt. Pleasant 10.7 mi 6.0
Manti High Manti 14.7 mi 8.1
ENSIGN PEAK ACADEMY Mount Pleasant 11.7 mi 3.8
South Sanpete Education Support Center Manti 15.3 mi
Manti School Manti 15.3 mi 6.8
Fairview School Fairview 15.0 mi 8.4
Red Cliff School Nephi 17.7 mi 6.0
Nebo View School Nephi 18.6 mi 7.2
Juab High Nephi 19.0 mi 5.8
Juab Jr High Nephi 19.0 mi 4.4
Gunnison Valley School Gunnison 25.4 mi 7.3
Gunnison Valley Middle Gunnison 25.5 mi 4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 84667 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,625

Median Home Value

$340,600

Median Rent

$853/mo

Population

345

College Educated

9.8%

Homeownership

78.7%

Poverty Rate

6.4%

Median Age

30.5

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CORAL SANDS ACADEMY St. George, UT 5.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oxbow Academy

What grades does Oxbow Academy serve?

Oxbow Academy serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Oxbow Academy?

Oxbow Academy has an enrollment of approximately 85 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Oxbow Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Oxbow Academy is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Oxbow Academy rank in UT?

Oxbow Academy ranks #74 of 77 private schools in UT.

What is Oxbow Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Oxbow Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Oxbow Academy a private school?

Yes, Oxbow Academy is a private all-boys 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 Oxbow Academy a religious school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
0 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
85
Gender Split
100% M / 0% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers (FTE)
5
Type
private
Coed Status
all-boys
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
5.2 hours
Days Per Year
250 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Sanpete County

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