Excellent
#54 of 1,015 schools in UT
Top 5% in state
Summit Academy - Independence
Elementary School · Summit Academy
15327 S. Noell Nelson Drive, Bluffdale, UT 84065
Enrollment
840
Student-Teacher
19.1:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
840
Student-Teacher
19.1:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Utah schools
#54 of 1,015
In Bluffdale
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
Summit Academy
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Summit Academy - Independence
Elementary School in Bluffdale · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Summit Academy - Independence
Summit Academy - Independence is a public elementary school in Bluffdale, UT, part of Summit Academy. Summit Academy - Independence serves approximately 840 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 19.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Summit Academy - Independence has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #54 of 1,015 schools in UT.
Structured state assessment records for Summit Academy - Independence show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 7.8
- UT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Summit Academy - Independence 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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Summit Academy - Independence — Students at Summit Academy - Independence score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
15.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores UT RISE (2024-25)
Based on 19 test records from UT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.8/10.
How Summit Academy - Independence Compares
See how Summit Academy - Independence performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
15327 S. Noell Nelson Drive, Bluffdale, UT 84065
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Summit Academy - Independence may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Summit Academy - Bluffdale (rated 8.8/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is American Preparatory Academy - Draper #1 (rated 8.1/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Draper), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Mountain Point Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Bluffdale, see our Bluffdale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mountain Point Elementary Bluffdale | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Hidden Valley Middle Bluffdale | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Summit Academy High School Bluffdale | 0.7 mi | — |
| Summit Academy - Bluffdale Bluffdale | 1.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Traverse Mountain School Lehi | 2.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Bluffdale School Bluffdale | 2.3 mi | 7.0 |
| HOLY TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Riverton | 2.8 mi | — |
| Riverton School Riverton | 3.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Channing Hall Draper | 2.9 mi | 7.4 |
| North Star Academy Bluffdale | 2.8 mi | 5.4 |
| American Preparatory Academy - Draper #1 Draper | 3.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Preschool Riverton | 3.2 mi | 3.6 |
| Kauri Sue Hamilton Riverton | 3.2 mi | 3.0 |
| Oak Hollow School Draper | 3.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Willow Springs School Draper | 3.4 mi | 7.8 |
| OXFORD ACADEMY Riverton | 3.7 mi | — |
| Ignite Entrepreneurship Academy Lehi | 3.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Oquirrh Hills Middle Riverton | 3.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Liberty Hills Elementary Lehi | 4.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Utah Military Academy - Camp Williams Lehi | 4.1 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 84065 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$122,809
Median Home Value
$595,000
Median Rent
$1,783/mo
Population
50,284
College Educated
36%
Homeownership
85.8%
Avg Commute
23.9 min
Poverty Rate
3.3%
Median Age
35
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cedar Ridge School Hyde Park, UT | 8.7 |
| Freedom Preparatory Academy - Vineyard Vineyard, UT | 8.7 |
| Ridgecrest School Cottonwood Heights, UT | 8.7 |
| Butler School Salt Lake City, UT | 8.6 |
| Canyon Creek School Farmington, UT | 8.6 |
| Maple Ridge School Mapleton, UT | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Summit Academy - Independence
What grades does Summit Academy - Independence serve?
Summit Academy - Independence serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Summit Academy - Independence?
Summit Academy - Independence has an enrollment of approximately 840 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Summit Academy - Independence?
The student-teacher ratio at Summit Academy - Independence is 19.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Summit Academy - Independence rank in UT?
Summit Academy - Independence ranks #54 of 1,015 schools in UT.
What is Summit Academy - Independence's MySchoolScout rating?
Summit Academy - Independence has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Summit Academy - Independence?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Summit Academy - Independence has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).
Is Summit Academy - Independence a charter school?
Yes, Summit Academy - Independence is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Summit Academy - Independence a Title I school?
No, Summit Academy - Independence is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Summit Academy - Independence?
15.5% of students at Summit Academy - Independence 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
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 840
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 15.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Salt Lake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.9%
- Phone
- (801) 987-8755
Resources & Links
District
Summit Academy- District Enrollment
- 2,563
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,486
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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