Monticello Academy vs Valley Crest School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Utah, United States, 908 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
Valley Crest School
West Valley City · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
455 students
| Measure | Monticello Academy West Valley City, Utah | Valley Crest School West Valley City, Utah |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #520 of 580 | #496 of 580 |
| National rank | #40158 of 50,301 | #38293 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 689 | 455 |
| Enrollment | 689 | 455 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.8% | 37.4% |
| Students per teacher | 19.7 | 22.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 27% |
| city | West Valley City | West Valley City |
| state | Utah | Utah |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Valley Crest School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.4 vs 27.4).
- •Monticello Academy does better on math proficiency (31% vs 27%).
- •Monticello Academy does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 31%).
- •Valley Crest School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.4% vs 59.8%).
- •Monticello Academy does better on students per teacher (19.7 vs 22.8).
- •Monticello Academy is the larger school with 689 students compared with 455.
- •Monticello Academy is a charter school while Valley Crest School 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 Valley Crest School?
On the Success Index (US), Valley Crest School ranks higher (30.4 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 Valley Crest School?
About 908 m in a straight line, between West Valley City and West Valley City in Utah.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Monticello Academy: 689. Valley Crest School: 455. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Monticello Academy and Valley Crest School rank in Utah?
Monticello Academy is 520th of 580 and Valley Crest School is 496th of 580 among elementary schools in Utah on the 2025 Success Index (US).