Located in South Jordan, UT, Daybreak Academy enrolls 257 students from pre–kindergarten through third grade in a nonsectarian, suburban setting.
The school serves a diverse student body with 15.79% students of color and maintains a student–teacher ratio of 26:1 with 10 teachers.
Daybreak Academy is among the largest private schools in Utah by enrollment, offering early childhood and elementary education in the Daybreak neighborhood.
As a co–ed private school, Daybreak Academy provides regular elementary programs without religious affiliation.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked UT School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 257 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Daybreak Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Student Body
Total Students
257 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
16%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Daybreak Academy often compared to?
Daybreak Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Bell Canyon Montessori School, Dancing Moose Montessori River Park by visitors of our site.
What is Daybreak Academy's ranking?
Daybreak Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Utah for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Daybreak Academy?
The application deadline for Daybreak Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Daybreak Academy located?
Daybreak Academy is located in the Daybreak neighborhood of South Jordan, UT.
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