Jackling School vs Monticello Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Utah, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jackling School
West Valley City · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
415 students
Monticello Academy
West Valley City · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
689 students
| Measure | Jackling School West Valley City, Utah | Monticello Academy West Valley City, Utah |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #554 of 580 | #520 of 580 |
| National rank | #43732 of 50,301 | #40158 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 415 | 689 |
| Enrollment | 415 | 689 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 45.8% | 59.8% |
| Students per teacher | 23.1 | 19.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 19% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 20% | 31% |
| city | West Valley City | West Valley City |
| state | Utah | Utah |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Monticello Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.4 vs 21.8).
- •Monticello Academy does better on math proficiency (31% vs 20%).
- •Monticello Academy does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 19%).
- •Jackling School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (45.8% vs 59.8%).
- •Monticello Academy does better on students per teacher (19.7 vs 23.1).
- •Monticello Academy is the larger school with 689 students compared with 415.
- •Jackling School is a public school while Monticello 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 Jackling School better than Monticello Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Monticello Academy ranks higher (27.4 vs 21.8 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 Jackling School and Monticello Academy?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between West Valley City and West Valley City in Utah.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jackling School: 415. Monticello Academy: 689. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jackling School and Monticello Academy rank in Utah?
Jackling School is 554th of 580 and Monticello Academy is 520th of 580 among elementary schools in Utah on the 2025 Success Index (US).