Pine Ridge Academy At Youth Care Of Utah in Draper, UT, serves 39 students in grades 7 through 12 in a nonsectarian, suburban alternative school setting.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 10:1 with 4 total teachers supporting a co–ed enrollment.
Founded in 1990, Pine Ridge Academy provides secondary education with a student population that includes 21.05% students of color.
The annual tuition cost is $25,000 for families seeking alternative private education in the Draper area.
Pine Ridge Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Utah for school resources including large endowments.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 39 students
- Yearly Tuition: $25,000
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Pine Ridge Academy At Youth Care Of Utah ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Year Founded
1990
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
39 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
21%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,000
Application URL
Endowment Size
$50 million
School Notes
- School Motto: Truth and Honor
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Pine Ridge Academy At Youth Care Of Utah cost?
Pine Ridge Academy At Youth Care Of Utah's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Pine Ridge Academy At Youth Care Of Utah?
The application deadline for Pine Ridge Academy At Youth Care Of Utah is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Pine Ridge Academy At Youth Care Of Utah is Juan Diego Catholic High School (0.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is St. John The Baptist Middle School (1.2 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Newcastle Preschool (0.3 miles away)
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