Very Good
#278 of 1,015 schools in UT
Top 27% in state
Salt Lake Arts Academy
Middle School · Salt Lake Arts Academy
844 S 200 E, Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Enrollment
403
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
7.4
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
403
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
7.4
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Utah schools
#278 of 1,015
In Salt Lake City
#39 of 89
public schools
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Salt Lake Arts Academy
Salt Lake Arts Academy is a public middle school in Salt Lake City, UT, part of Salt Lake Arts Academy. Salt Lake Arts Academy serves approximately 403 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Salt Lake Arts Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #278 of 1,015 schools in UT.
Structured state assessment records for Salt Lake Arts Academy show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- UT avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
Salt Lake Arts Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Salt Lake Arts Academy — Students at Salt Lake Arts Academy score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
12.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores UT RISE (2024-25)
Based on 29 test records from UT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.2/10.
How Salt Lake Arts Academy Compares
See how Salt Lake Arts Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
844 S 200 E, Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Salt Lake Arts Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Hawthorne School (rated 9.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is West High (rated 8.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Whittier School (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Salt Lake City, see our Salt Lake City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Liberty School Salt Lake City | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| ST JOHN'S COMMUNITY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Salt Lake City | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Horizonte Instruction & Training Center Salt Lake City | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| MISS BILLIES KIDS KAMPUS Salt Lake City | 0.6 mi | — |
| LOLIE ECCLES EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Salt Lake City | 0.8 mi | — |
| Whittier School Salt Lake City | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Innovations High School Salt Lake City | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| City Academy Salt Lake City | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| THE MADELEINE CHOIR SCHOOL Salt Lake City | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| M. Lynn Bennion School Salt Lake City | 1.1 mi | 3.4 |
| Hawthorne School Salt Lake City | 1.3 mi | 9.2 |
| ROWLAND HALL Salt Lake City | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Open Classroom Salt Lake City | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Salt Lake Center for Science Education Bryant Salt Lake City | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Salt Lake City | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| JUDGE MEMORIAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Salt Lake City | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Emerson School Salt Lake City | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| KEARNS-SAINT ANN SCHOOL Salt Lake City | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| West High Salt Lake City | 1.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Utah Connections Academy Salt Lake City | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 84111 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,188
Median Home Value
$423,000
Median Rent
$1,294/mo
Population
12,446
College Educated
54.5%
Homeownership
23.9%
Avg Commute
21.7 min
Poverty Rate
19.9%
Median Age
32.5
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| South Sevier Middle Monroe, UT | 7.3 |
| Fillmore Middle Fillmore, UT | 7.6 |
| Eastmont Middle Sandy, UT | 7.1 |
| Snowcrest Jr High Eden, UT | 7.8 |
| Churchill Jr High Salt Lake City, UT | 7.0 |
| Salt Lake Center for Science Education Bryant Salt Lake City, UT | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Salt Lake Arts Academy
What grades does Salt Lake Arts Academy serve?
Salt Lake Arts Academy serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Salt Lake Arts Academy?
Salt Lake Arts Academy has an enrollment of approximately 403 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Salt Lake Arts Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Salt Lake Arts Academy is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Salt Lake Arts Academy rank in UT?
Salt Lake Arts Academy ranks #278 of 1,015 schools in UT.
What is Salt Lake Arts Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Salt Lake Arts Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Salt Lake Arts Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Salt Lake Arts Academy has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Salt Lake Arts Academy a charter school?
Yes, Salt Lake Arts Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Salt Lake Arts Academy a Title I school?
No, Salt Lake Arts Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Salt Lake Arts Academy?
12.9% of students at Salt Lake Arts Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 403
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 12.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Salt Lake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.3%
- Phone
- (801) 531-1173
Resources & Links
District
Salt Lake Arts Academy- District Enrollment
- 403
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,324
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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