C.S. Lewis Academy vs Payson High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Utah, United States, 5.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
C.S. Lewis Academy
Santaquin · Charter elementary · Grades K–6
224 students
Payson High
Payson · Public high · Grades 6–12
1,648 students
| Measure | C.S. Lewis Academy Santaquin, Utah | Payson High Payson, Utah |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #545 of 580 | #123 of 148 |
| National rank | #42159 of 50,301 | #11953 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 224 | 1,648 |
| Enrollment | 224 | 1,648 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.6% | 26% |
| Students per teacher | 18.7 | 23.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 20% |
| city | Santaquin | Payson |
| state | Utah | Utah |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Payson High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.1 vs 24.2).
- •Payson High does better on math proficiency (20% vs 17%).
- •Payson High does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 27%).
- •Payson High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (26% vs 53.6%).
- •C.S. Lewis Academy does better on students per teacher (18.7 vs 23.9).
- •Payson High is the larger school with 1,648 students compared with 224.
- •C.S. Lewis Academy is a charter school while Payson High 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 C.S. Lewis Academy better than Payson High?
On the Success Index (US), Payson High ranks higher (36.1 vs 24.2 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are C.S. Lewis Academy and Payson High?
About 5.8 km in a straight line, between Santaquin and Payson in Utah.
Which has the better Enrollment?
C.S. Lewis Academy: 224. Payson High: 1,648. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do C.S. Lewis Academy and Payson High rank in Utah?
C.S. Lewis Academy is 545th of 580 and Payson High is 123rd of 148 among elementary schools in Utah on the 2025 Success Index (US).