Serving 507 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Vanguard Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 507 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vanguard Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Vanguard Academy's student population of 507 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
507 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Vanguard Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 975 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vanguard Academy is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#281 out of 975 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
98%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
22%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vanguard Academy's ranking?
Vanguard Academy is ranked #281 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Vanguard Academy often compared to?
Vanguard Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Beehive Science & Technology Academy, American Preparatory - Accelerated School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Vanguard Academy?
The graduation rate of Vanguard Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Utah state average of 88%.
How many students attend Vanguard Academy?
507 students attend Vanguard Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Vanguard Academy students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vanguard Academy?
Vanguard Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 22:1.
What grades does Vanguard Academy offer ?
Vanguard Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Vanguard Academy part of?
Vanguard Academy is part of Vanguard Academy School District.
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