Celebrating over 60 years of learning and fun, Challenger School is an independent private school that focuses on academic excellence, individual achievement, strong logic and thinking skills, and self-reliance.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked UT School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School News
- A 13-year-old Utah student is one of the country's top "Young Scientists" - 07/15/2024A 13-year-old student from Utah, Kethan Reddy from Challenger School in Sandy, was named one of the country's top young scientists for his ideas on cleaning up oceans and lakes ...morein the 3M Young Scientist Challenge. hide
- Fox 13 Interview- Challenger School is helping Utah students experience the joys of learning - 07/25/2018Challenger School talks about how making learning an enjoyable experience for children helps them succeed not only in school but later in life.
Top Rankings
Challenger School - Sandy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-8
Year Founded
1963
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
n/a
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
14%
State avg.: 26%
Academics and Faculty
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Our curriculum focuses on the foundations of knowledge: language arts, math, and logic. Early mastery of these basics prepares students for advanced studies and learning at an accelerated pace.
- Breathtaking Results - Our uniquely structured classes yield astonishing results in young students. Challenger students achieve scores on average in the 90th percentile on the national Stanford Achievement Test (SAT). This means that our average student outperforms nine out of ten students who take that test. Challenger School offers preschool through eighth grade programs that prepare children to live happily and successfully for their whole lives.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Challenger School - Sandy often compared to?
Challenger School - Sandy is often viewed alongside schools like The Waterford School by visitors of our site.
Does Challenger School - Sandy offer a summer program?
Yes, Challenger School - Sandy offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What is Challenger School - Sandy's ranking?
Challenger School - Sandy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Utah for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Challenger School - Sandy?
The application deadline for Challenger School - Sandy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school to Challenger School - Sandy is Gateway Academy (1.3 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Hilltop Christian School (0.6 miles away)
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Location
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Grades
Students
Grades: PK-12 | 1,010 students 3.8 miles 1480 E 9400 S
Sandy, UT 84092
(801) 572-1780
Sandy, UT 84092
(801) 572-1780
3.8
PK-12
1,010
Grades: K-8 | 310 students 10.8 miles 1452 E 2700 S
Salt Lake City, UT 84106
(801) 486-4895
Salt Lake City, UT 84106
(801) 486-4895
10.8
K-8
310
Grades: K-12 | 168 students 6.3 miles 240 East 5600 South
Salt Lake City, UT 84107
(801) 266-5521
Salt Lake City, UT 84107
(801) 266-5521
6.3
K-12
168
Grades: 6-12 | 26 students 8.3 miles 1006 W Atherton DR
Salt Lake City, UT 84123
(801) 467-5911
Salt Lake City, UT 84123
(801) 467-5911
8.3
6-12
26
Grades: NS-6 | 197 students 12.5 miles 2416 East 1700 South
Salt Lake City, UT 84108
(801) 355-1555
Salt Lake City, UT 84108
(801) 355-1555
12.5
NS-6
197
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