Salt Lake School for the Performing Arts

Summary:

Salt Lake School for the Performing Arts is a public charter high school in Salt Lake City, Utah, serving 203 students in grades 9-12. This school stands out for its strong academic performance, diverse student population, and steady improvement in statewide rankings over the past decade.

Academically, the school consistently outperforms the state average in proficiency rates for the Utah Aspire Plus assessments in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science. For example, in 2022-2023, the school had a 55.3% proficiency rate in 9th grade ELA, compared to the state average of 44%. Additionally, the school's student body is more racially diverse than nearby public schools, with 78.82% White, 14.29% Hispanic, and 4.93% two or more races. Over the past decade, the school has seen a steady improvement in its statewide ranking, moving from the 78th percentile in 2014-2015 to the 39th percentile in 2022-2023, with a corresponding increase in its Salt Lake District rating from 2 to 4 stars.

When compared to nearby public schools like Olympus High, Skyline High, and Highland High, Salt Lake School for the Performing Arts stands out for its stronger academic performance, particularly in ELA and Science proficiency rates. However, the school lags behind these schools in Mathematics proficiency. Additionally, the school has a relatively low percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch (13.3% in 2022-2023), which is lower than the nearby public schools like Innovations High (41.64%) and Horizonte Instruction & Training Center (71.83%).


Detail:

Public, Magnet, Charter 9-12

 2291 S 2000 E
       Salt Lake City, UT  84106


(801) 466-6700

District: Salt Lake School for the Performing Arts

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $9,428 Help


Student/teacher ratio:  16.9 Help
Number of students:  203

Racial breakdown:

White:
78.8%
Hispanic:
14.3%
Two or more races:
4.9%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  13.3% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Salt Lake School for the Performing Arts is not ranked due for the most recent year due to insufficient test score data. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 62.81. (See more...)
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The Adjusted Cohort Graduation Rate (ACGR) measures the percentage of Salt Lake School for the Performing Arts freshmen who graduate within four years, adjusting for students who transfer in or out.
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The high school dropout rate measures the percentage of students who do not complete their high school education.
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Chronic absenteeism in a high school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Salt Lake School for the Performing Arts is $9,428.
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Rank History for Salt Lake School for the Performing Arts

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Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools UT State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2008 59.74 38th 142 73.2%
2009 51.06 67th 148 54.7%
2010 44.88 88th 153 42.5%
2011 46.16 90th 164 45.1%
2012 43.36 98th 166 41.0%
2013 56.53 58th 167 65.3%
2014 45.69 62nd 120 48.3%
2015 39.22 78th 131 40.5%
2016 55.31 46th 129 64.3%
2017 34.99 83rd 125 33.6%
2018 46.95 56th 123 54.5%
2019 44.56 74th 136 45.6%
2023 62.81 39th 139 71.9%
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Data source: test scores: Utah State Board of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

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Data source: Utah State Board of Education

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Reviews:
by a parent
Monday, May 17, 2021

Open Quote 2 yrs they didn't providing academic services and numerous meetings involving the state+Utah parent center. Filed a state complaint against the school and won. Over 700 pgs of documentation. Including signed documents from witnesses. Not providing appropriate materials and instruction. Then VP now Principal often did not know what was legally required by law. Counseling not only repeatedly did not follow request for assistance but lost files. School office lost confidential files. Both are HIPPA offences. Monetary reimbursement for class not taught. Educational assistant was not certified and over 2 yrs did not attend any classes towards becoming certified. When asked to provide credentials Principal refused even though parents have a legal right. (Request for names of board members and ways to contact was also refused.) School was placed under observation for 2 yrs. Take your kids anyplace else they deserve better. Cancel culture on steroids. High suicide rate. Support non existent Close Quote


by a parent
Friday, December 2, 2011

Open Quote This school is poorly organized from the adminstration to the use of the Power School software.

The teachers are rarely available after or before school and do not respond to phone or email requests. Any attempts to resolve problems for a student take quite a long time to resolve, if they ever get resolved.

I simply would not recommend this school for any student. The quality of education around performing is poor and a student would be much better educated through community opportunities. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Salt Lake School for the Performing Arts

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2007 64 1 0 14 0 n/a n/a 0 79
2008 73 0 1 1 0 n/a n/a 2 77
2009 124 2 4 12 0 n/a n/a 1 143
2010 136 1 2 8 1 n/a n/a 14 162
2011 148 2 0 19 1 3 11 0 184
2012 179 6 2 21 1 4 6 0 219
2013 185 4 2 26 2 11 5 0 235
2014 239 8 4 25 2 11 5 0 294
2015 228 12 2 23 1 7 11 0 284
2016 243 9 4 25 3 9 16 0 309
2017 234 7 3 26 2 5 14 0 291
2018 211 4 4 19 4 2 19 0 263
2019 240 8 1 17 3 3 15 0 287
2020 213 6 2 17 1 1 11 0 251
2021 181 3 2 12 1 0 9 0 208
2022 158 5 0 28 2 0 13 0 206
2023 160 2 0 29 1 0 10 1 203

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Salt Lake School for the Performing Arts

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2007 79 1.6 49.4 29.1
2008 77 2.6 29.6 21.3
2009 143 5.3 26.6 11.3
2010 162 3.8 42.5 18.9
2011 184 4.2 43.2 21.7
2012 219 5.6 39.0 21.9
2013 235 6.4 36.2 35.3
2014 294 8.4 34.7 15.6
2015 284 n/a n/a 23.6
2016 309 n/a n/a 21.4
2017 291 8.4 34.4 19.2
2018 263 n/a n/a 20.5
2019 287 14.5 19.7 19.5
2020 251 15.4 16.2 24.3
2021 208 n/a n/a 9.6
2022 206 13.3 15.4 13.1
2023 203 11.9 16.9 13.3

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Salt Lake School for the Performing Arts

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2007 79 1.6 49.4 29.1
2008 77 2.6 29.6 21.3
2009 143 5.3 26.6 11.3
2010 162 3.8 42.5 18.9
2011 184 4.2 43.2 21.7
2012 219 5.6 39.0 21.9
2013 235 6.4 36.2 35.3
2014 294 8.4 34.7 15.6
2015 284 n/a n/a 23.6
2016 309 n/a n/a 21.4
2017 291 8.4 34.4 19.2
2018 263 n/a n/a 20.5
2019 287 14.5 19.7 19.5
2020 251 15.4 16.2 24.3
2021 208 n/a n/a 9.6
2022 206 13.3 15.4 13.1
2023 203 11.9 16.9 13.3

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Salt Lake School for the Performing Arts

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $194 (2.1%) $9,234 (97.9%) $9,428

Data source: Utah Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Salt Lake School for the Performing Arts

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 74th of 136 High schoolsRanks 39th of 139 High schools
 26.4%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
9th Grade English Language Arts (Salt Lake School for the Performing Arts)51.955.3
 3.4%
   9th Grade English Language Arts (Salt Lake School for the Performing Arts)51.955.3
 3.4%
   9th Grade English Language Arts (Utah)48.244
 4.2%
9th Grade Mathematics (Salt Lake School for the Performing Arts)3424.4
 9.6%
   9th Grade Mathematics (Salt Lake School for the Performing Arts)3424.4
 9.6%
   9th Grade Mathematics (Utah)43.632.8
 10.8%
9th Grade Science (Salt Lake School for the Performing Arts)34.644.7
 10.1%
   9th Grade Science (Salt Lake School for the Performing Arts)34.644.7
 10.1%
   9th Grade Science (Utah)36.238.1
 1.9%
10th Grade Science (Salt Lake School for the Performing Arts)21.340
 18.7%
   10th Grade Science (Salt Lake School for the Performing Arts)21.340
 18.7%
   10th Grade Science (Utah)3332.2
 0.8%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students287203
 29.3%
African American82
 75%
American Indian31
 66.7%
Asian10
 100%
Hispanic1729
 70.6%
Pacific Islander30
 100%
White240160
 33.3%
Two or More Races1510
 33.3%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients19.5%13.3%
 6.2%


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Students at Salt Lake School for the Performing Arts are 79% White, 14% Hispanic, 5% Two or more races.

In the 2022-23 school year, 203 students attended Salt Lake School for the Performing Arts.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Utah State Board of Education.

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