Mountain Ridge High vs Salt Lake Academy High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Utah, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mountain Ridge High
Herriman · Public high · Grades 10–12
2,738 students
Salt Lake Academy High School
Herriman · Charter high · Grades 9–12
403 students
| Measure | Mountain Ridge High Herriman, Utah | Salt Lake Academy High School Herriman, Utah |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #29 of 148 | #95 of 148 |
| National rank | #5227 of 16,910 | #9552 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 10–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,738 | 403 |
| Enrollment | 2,738 | 403 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 13.9% | 5.5% |
| Students per teacher | 24.2 | 19.2 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 47% |
| Math proficiency | – | 22% |
| city | Herriman | Herriman |
| state | Utah | Utah |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mountain Ridge High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.2 vs 45.6).
- •Salt Lake Academy High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (5.5% vs 13.9%).
- •Salt Lake Academy High School does better on students per teacher (19.2 vs 24.2).
- •Mountain Ridge High is the larger school with 2,738 students compared with 403.
- •Mountain Ridge High is a public school while Salt Lake Academy High School 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 Mountain Ridge High better than Salt Lake Academy High School?
On the Success Index (US), Mountain Ridge High ranks higher (62.2 vs 45.6 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 Mountain Ridge High and Salt Lake Academy High School?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Herriman and Herriman in Utah.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mountain Ridge High: 2,738. Salt Lake Academy High School: 403. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mountain Ridge High and Salt Lake Academy High School rank in Utah?
Mountain Ridge High is 29th of 148 and Salt Lake Academy High School is 95th of 148 among high schools in Utah on the 2025 Success Index (US).