Serving 97 students in grades 6-12, Silver Summit Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 97 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silver Summit Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Silver Summit Academy's student population of 97 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
97 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Silver Summit 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 Silver Summit Academy is 0.13, 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
#233 out of 975 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-59%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-49%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
93%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silver Summit Academy's ranking?
Silver Summit Academy is ranked #233 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Silver Summit Academy?
The graduation rate of Silver Summit Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Utah state average of 88%.
How many students attend Silver Summit Academy?
97 students attend Silver Summit Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Silver Summit Academy students are White, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Silver Summit Academy?
Silver Summit Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 22:1.
What grades does Silver Summit Academy offer ?
Silver Summit Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Silver Summit Academy part of?
Silver Summit Academy is part of South Summit School District.
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