Redwood School vs Vanguard Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Utah, United States, 398 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Redwood School
West Valley City · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
511 students
Vanguard Academy
West Valley City · Charter high · Grades 7–12
623 students
| Measure | Redwood School West Valley City, Utah | Vanguard Academy West Valley City, Utah |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #548 of 580 | #88 of 148 |
| National rank | #43036 of 50,301 | #9149 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 511 | 623 |
| Enrollment | 511 | 623 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 36.2% | 68.7% |
| Students per teacher | 21.3 | 21.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 16% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 14% | 77% |
| city | West Valley City | West Valley City |
| state | Utah | Utah |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Vanguard Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.2 vs 22.9).
- •Vanguard Academy does better on math proficiency (77% vs 14%).
- •Vanguard Academy does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 16%).
- •Redwood School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36.2% vs 68.7%).
- •Redwood School does better on students per teacher (21.3 vs 21.5).
- •Vanguard Academy is the larger school with 623 students compared with 511.
- •Redwood School is a public school while Vanguard 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 Redwood School better than Vanguard Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Vanguard Academy ranks higher (47.2 vs 22.9 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 Redwood School and Vanguard Academy?
About 398 m in a straight line, between West Valley City and West Valley City in Utah.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Redwood School: 511. Vanguard Academy: 623. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Redwood School and Vanguard Academy rank in Utah?
Redwood School is 548th of 580 and Vanguard Academy is 88th of 148 among elementary schools in Utah on the 2025 Success Index (US).