Serving 1,052 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Utah Connections Academy 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 17% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Online School/Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,052 students
- State Accredited: Yes
- Live Instruction: Yes
- Rolling Enrollment: Yes
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Utah Connections Academy's student population of 1,052 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 53% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
1,052 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
2010
Colors
Blue and Gold
State Accredited Program
Yes
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
Yes
Rolling Enrollment
Yes
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
Yes
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
Yes
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
Yes
School Calendar
School Rankings
Utah Connections Academy 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 Utah Connections Academy is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#734 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)41%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)33%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
22%
21%
Black
2%
1%
White
70%
69%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.1%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Utah Connections Academy School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Utah Connections Academy is a tuition-free online school serving students across Utah. We enroll students in grades K-12.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Utah Connections Academy's ranking?
Utah Connections Academy is ranked #734 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Utah Connections Academy?
The graduation rate of Utah Connections Academy is 90-94%, which is higher than the Utah state average of 88%.
How many students attend Utah Connections Academy?
1,052 students attend Utah Connections Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Utah Connections Academy students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Utah Connections Academy?
Utah Connections Academy has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Utah Connections Academy offer ?
Utah Connections Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Utah Connections Academy part of?
Utah Connections Academy is part of Utah Connections Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Utah Connections Academy located?
Utah Connections Academy is located in the Liberty Wells neighborhood of Salt Lake City, UT. There are 3 other public schools located in Liberty Wells.
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