Iqra Academy Of Utah
School Notes Overview:
Iqra Academy of Utah is the only Islamic school in Utah (www.iqra-utah.org). It is a private not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization, now in its sixth year of (provisional) accreditation by NAAS. Student instruction covers the Utah Core curriculum, with additional classes in Islamic Studies (including Arabic). Iqra Academy is funded by students' tuition and fees, and by contributions from the community. Our student body is a diverse group representing many countries in four continents....
School Overview:
Iqra Academy Of Utah |
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| School Type | Elem. Or Sec. with a Special Program Emphasis | |
| School Membership(s) | Northwest Association of Accredited Schools | |
| Religious Affiliation | Islamic | |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten - 4 | |
| Year Founded | 2000 | |
| County | Salt Lake County, UT | |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Students | 46 students | |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | |
This School |
(UT) School Avg. |
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| % Students of Color | 55% | 16% |
| Students by Grade | ||
| Pre-K - 10 students | ||
| Kind - 13 students | ||
| Grade 1 - 6 students | ||
| Grade 2 - 9 students | ||
| Grade 3 - 4 students | ||
| Grade 4 - 4 students | ||
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 8 teachers | |
| Average Class Size | 8 | |
| Classroom dress code | Casual (White blouse/shirt & navy skirt/slacks) |
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This School |
(UT) School Avg. |
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| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:6 | * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16 |
| School Days in Calendar Year | 180 days | 180 days |
| Hours in School Day for Students | 6 hours | 6 hours |
| Finances and Admission | ||
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling | |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $2,700 | |
| Tuition Notes | There is some limited financial assistance available, through zakat funds. | |
| % on Financial Aid | 50% | |
| Acceptance Rate | 95% | |
| Head of School | Wan Ismail-Ebling, M.S.Educ. | |
School Notes:
- Mission Statement
- To provide students with an excellent academic and Islamic education and a firm foundation of moral and ethical values
- To develop in every student a positive American-Muslim identity
- Prepare today's students to be tomorrow's leaders
- Profile last updated: 11/16/2009
School Zip Statistics:
| About This Zipcode (84119) | School Zip (84119) |
(UT) State Average |
| Population (Approximate) | 47,800 people | 2,230,735 people |
| % (age 25+) w/College Degree | 18% | 28% |
| Population Average Age | 28 years old | 28 years old |
| Average Household size | 2.9 persons | 2.9 persons |
| Median Household Income | $38,385 | $48,551 |
| Avg. # of Rooms in Household | 4.8 rooms | 6.1 rooms |
| Median Age of Housing Structure | 32 years old | 34 years old |
| Median Value of Housing Unit Zipcode (84119) |
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| % Owning / % Renting | 58% / 42% | 69% / 31% |
School Map:
Nearby Schools:
- Ensign Learning Center - n/a - 1.1 mi. away - view location
- Tlc Teaching/learning Center - 21 students - 2.0 mi. away - view location
- Challenger School—Salt Lake - n/a - 2.3 mi. away - view location
- Kids Kampus Child Care - 89 students - 2.5 mi. away - view location
- Kearns St Ann School - 298 students - 2.6 mi. away - view location
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