Desert Sky vs Ranches Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Utah, United States, 2.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Desert Sky
Eagle Mountain · Public elementary · Grades K–6
1,096 students
Ranches Academy
Eagle Mountain · Charter elementary · Grades K–6
360 students
| Measure | Desert Sky Eagle Mountain, Utah | Ranches Academy Eagle Mountain, Utah |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 61 Top 50% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #186 of 580 | #56 of 580 |
| National rank | #17851 of 50,301 | #10411 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 1,096 | 360 |
| Enrollment | 1,096 | 360 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 16.7% | 14.7% |
| Students per teacher | 22.8 | 20.0 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 62% |
| Math proficiency | – | 67% |
| city | Eagle Mountain | Eagle Mountain |
| state | Utah | Utah |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ranches Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.3 vs 60.5).
- •Ranches Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (14.7% vs 16.7%).
- •Ranches Academy does better on students per teacher (20.0 vs 22.8).
- •Desert Sky is the larger school with 1,096 students compared with 360.
- •Desert Sky is a public school while Ranches Academy is a charter 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 Desert Sky better than Ranches Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Ranches Academy ranks higher (71.3 vs 60.5 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 Desert Sky and Ranches Academy?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Eagle Mountain and Eagle Mountain in Utah.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Desert Sky: 1,096. Ranches Academy: 360. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Desert Sky and Ranches Academy rank in Utah?
Desert Sky is 186th of 580 and Ranches Academy is 56th of 580 among elementary schools in Utah on the 2025 Success Index (US).