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Most Selective Private Schools in Utah

Name: Utah Average Acceptance Rate Trends (All Private Schools)
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The average private school acceptance rate in Utah is 84% per year (2026-27).

The most selective school in Utah is Aim Academy, with an acceptance rate of 10%.

Quick Facts (26-27)

# UT Schools Ranked: 35
Top 20 Range (Acceptance Rate): 10%–90%
UT School Avg.: 83%
National School Avg.: 88%

Quick Facts (26-27)

# UT Schools Ranked: 35
Top 20 Range (Acceptance Rate): 10%–90%
UT School Avg.: 83%
National School Avg.: 88%

Utah Average Acceptance Rate (Trends)

Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data

Total Growth: +0.0% (+0% since 2016)

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Year	National avg	Utah (UT) avg
2025	85%	83% (— 0 pp)
2024	85%	83% (— 0 pp)
2023	85%	83% (▼ 1 pp)
2022	85%	84% (— 0 pp)
2021	85%	84% (— 0 pp)
2020	85%	84% (— 0 pp)
2019	85%	84% (— 0 pp)
2018	85%	84% (▲ 1 pp)
2017	85%	83% (— 0 pp)
2016	85%	83% (▲ 4 pp)
2015	85%	79% (▼ 2 pp)
2013	85%	81% (— 0 pp)
2012	85%	81%

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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Private School Universe Survey (PSS), direct school submissions, and proprietary website research and analysis by Private School Review.

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Acceptance Rate Range: 10% 100% Avg. Acceptance Rate: 83%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Utah average private schools acceptance rate?

The Utah average private schools acceptance rate is 84% for 2026-27.

What are the most selective private schools in Utah?

The top ranked private schools in Utah include Aim Academy, Meadow Ridge Academy Microschool and Rowland Hall.

What is the most selective high school and elementary school in Utah?

The most selective private high school in Utah is Aim Academy, with an acceptance rate of 10%. The most selective private elementary school is Aim Academy, with an acceptance rate of 10%.

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