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#39 of 77 private schools in UT
Top 49% of private schools
The Waterford School
School
1480 E 9400 S, Sandy, UT 84093
Enrollment
944
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
944
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Utah private schools
#39 of 77
In Sandy
#4 of 4
public schools
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The Waterford School
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About The Waterford School
The Waterford School is a private school in Sandy, UT. The Waterford School serves approximately 944 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 7.7:1 student-teacher ratio. The Waterford School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #39 of 77 private schools in UT.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- UT avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 7.7:1 students to teachers, The Waterford School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Waterford School 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 The Waterford School compares to 31 public schools serving similar grades in Sandy, UT
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Waterford School (this school) | 6.4 |
| Willow Canyon School | 9.4 |
| Silver Mesa School | 8.2 |
| Glacier Hills Elementary | 6.9 |
| Beehive Science & Technology Academy | 8.0 |
| Beehive Science & Technology Academy Elementary | 7.0 |
| Eastmont Middle | 7.1 |
| Diamond Ridge High School | 8.6 |
| Canyons Technical Education Center | — |
| Peruvian Park School | 9.2 |
| Park Lane School | 9.3 |
| Alta View School | 7.7 |
| Quail Hollow School | 8.4 |
| Brookwood School | 8.3 |
| Oakdale School | 9.0 |
| East Sandy School | 6.7 |
| Canyons Transition Academy | 6.4 |
| Special Ed Preschool | 5.2 |
| Albion Middle | 8.5 |
| Mt. Jordan Middle | 5.1 |
| Sandy School | 5.0 |
Showing 20 of 31 schools. View all schools in Sandy
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
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1480 E 9400 S, Sandy, UT 84093
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Waterford School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Willow Canyon School (rated 9.4/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Park Lane School (rated 9.3/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Peruvian Park School (rated 9.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sandy, see our Sandy schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Willow Canyon School Sandy | 0.2 mi | 9.4 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Sandy | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sandy | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sandy | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Silver Mesa School Sandy | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Glacier Hills Elementary Sandy | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Eastmont Middle Sandy | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Beehive Science & Technology Academy Sandy | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Beehive Science & Technology Academy Elementary Sandy | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Peruvian Park School Sandy | 1.4 mi | 9.2 |
| Diamond Ridge High School Sandy | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Canyons Technical Education Center Sandy | 1.2 mi | — |
| Alta View School Sandy | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Park Lane School Sandy | 1.4 mi | 9.3 |
| HILLTOP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sandy | 1.6 mi | — |
| Oakdale School Sandy | 1.8 mi | 9.0 |
| East Sandy School Sandy | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Brookwood School Sandy | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Quail Hollow School Sandy | 1.7 mi | 8.4 |
| WILLOW CREEK MONTESSORI Salt Lake City | 2.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 84093 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$132,453
Median Home Value
$643,800
Median Rent
$2,090/mo
Population
23,998
College Educated
53.3%
Homeownership
90.8%
Avg Commute
21.6 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Median Age
39.8
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|---|---|
| Renaissance Academy Lehi, UT | 6.4 |
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| Hurricane High Hurricane, UT | 6.1 |
| Quest Academy West Haven, UT | 6.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Waterford School
What grades does The Waterford School serve?
The Waterford School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend The Waterford School?
The Waterford School has an enrollment of approximately 944 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Waterford School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Waterford School is 7.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Waterford School rank in UT?
The Waterford School ranks #39 of 77 private schools in UT.
What is The Waterford School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Waterford School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Waterford School a private school?
Yes, The Waterford School 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 The Waterford School a religious school?
No, The Waterford School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 944
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 123
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Salt Lake County
- Phone
- (801) 572-1780
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