Monticello Academy vs Neil Armstrong Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Utah, United States, 641 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Monticello Academy
West Valley City · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
689 students
Neil Armstrong Academy
West Valley · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
688 students
| Measure | Monticello Academy West Valley City, Utah | Neil Armstrong Academy West Valley, Utah |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #520 of 580 | #373 of 580 |
| National rank | #40158 of 50,301 | #28939 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 689 | 688 |
| Enrollment | 689 | 688 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.8% | 31.1% |
| Students per teacher | 19.7 | 25.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 46% |
| city | West Valley City | West Valley |
| state | Utah | Utah |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Neil Armstrong Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.5 vs 27.4).
- •Neil Armstrong Academy does better on math proficiency (46% vs 31%).
- •Neil Armstrong Academy does better on reading proficiency (40% vs 32%).
- •Neil Armstrong Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31.1% vs 59.8%).
- •Monticello Academy does better on students per teacher (19.7 vs 25.5).
- •Monticello Academy is the larger school with 689 students compared with 688.
- •Monticello Academy is a charter school while Neil Armstrong Academy 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 Monticello Academy better than Neil Armstrong Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Neil Armstrong Academy ranks higher (44.5 vs 27.4 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 Monticello Academy and Neil Armstrong Academy?
About 641 m in a straight line, between West Valley City and West Valley in Utah.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Monticello Academy: 689. Neil Armstrong Academy: 688. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Monticello Academy and Neil Armstrong Academy rank in Utah?
Monticello Academy is 520th of 580 and Neil Armstrong Academy is 373rd of 580 among elementary schools in Utah on the 2025 Success Index (US).