Ascent Academies of Utah Saratoga Springs vs Vista Heights Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Utah, United States, 3.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ascent Academies of Utah Saratoga Springs
Saratoga Springs · Charter elementary · Grades K–6
637 students
Vista Heights Middle
Saratoga Springs · Public other · Grades 7–10
1,671 students
| Measure | Ascent Academies of Utah Saratoga Springs Saratoga Springs, Utah | Vista Heights Middle Saratoga Springs, Utah |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 61 Top 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #168 of 580 | – |
| National rank | #17334 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 7–10 |
| Students | 637 | 1,671 |
| Enrollment | 637 | 1,671 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 19.5% | 17.6% |
| Students per teacher | 20.5 | 27.0 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 45% |
| Math proficiency | – | 45% |
| city | Saratoga Springs | Saratoga Springs |
| state | Utah | Utah |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Vista Heights Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (17.6% vs 19.5%).
- •Ascent Academies of Utah Saratoga Springs does better on students per teacher (20.5 vs 27.0).
- •Vista Heights Middle is the larger school with 1,671 students compared with 637.
- •Ascent Academies of Utah Saratoga Springs is a charter school while Vista Heights Middle is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Ascent Academies of Utah Saratoga Springs better than Vista Heights Middle?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Ascent Academies of Utah Saratoga Springs and Vista Heights Middle?
About 3.4 km in a straight line, between Saratoga Springs and Saratoga Springs in Utah.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ascent Academies of Utah Saratoga Springs: 637. Vista Heights Middle: 1,671. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ascent Academies of Utah Saratoga Springs and Vista Heights Middle rank in Utah?
Ascent Academies of Utah Saratoga Springs is 168th of 580 and Vista Heights Middle is unranked among elementary schools in Utah on the 2025 Success Index (US).