Serving 1,473 students in grades Kindergarten-12, American Preparatory Academy - Accelerated School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,473 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
American Preparatory Academy - Accelerated School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
American Preparatory Academy - Accelerated School's student population of 1,473 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
1,473 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
American Preparatory Academy - Accelerated School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of American Preparatory Academy - Accelerated School is 0.52, which is more 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
#809 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)27%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)29%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
2%
Hispanic
67%
20%
Black
7%
1%
White
14%
71%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 American Preparatory Academy - Accelerated School's ranking?
American Preparatory Academy - Accelerated School is ranked #809 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
What is the graduation rate of American Preparatory Academy - Accelerated School?
The graduation rate of American Preparatory Academy - Accelerated School is 95%, which is higher than the Utah state average of 88%.
How many students attend American Preparatory Academy - Accelerated School?
1,473 students attend American Preparatory Academy - Accelerated School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of American Preparatory Academy - Accelerated School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of American Preparatory Academy - Accelerated School?
American Preparatory Academy - Accelerated School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does American Preparatory Academy - Accelerated School offer ?
American Preparatory Academy - Accelerated School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is American Preparatory Academy - Accelerated School part of?
American Preparatory Academy - Accelerated School is part of American Preparatory Academy School District.
School Reviews
5 5/23/2022
APA always sets standards high for its students, and gives all resources and help needed to reach those goals.10 out of 10.
5 2/14/2022
APA is a great school. Highly recommend. My girls have gone st through 6th and K through 3rd grade. 10 out of 10.
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