Serving 520 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Canyon Rim Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 520 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canyon Rim Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Canyon Rim Academy's student population of 520 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
520 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Canyon Rim Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 975 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canyon Rim Academy is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#47 out of 975 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)64%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)61%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)72%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
7%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
86%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canyon Rim Academy's ranking?
Canyon Rim Academy is ranked #47 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Canyon Rim Academy?
520 students attend Canyon Rim Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Canyon Rim Academy students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Canyon Rim Academy?
Canyon Rim Academy has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Canyon Rim Academy offer ?
Canyon Rim Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Canyon Rim Academy part of?
Canyon Rim Academy is part of Canyon Rim Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Canyon Rim Academy located?
Canyon Rim Academy is located in the Canyon Rim neighborhood of Salt Lake City, UT. There are 4 other public schools located in Canyon Rim.
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