Stillwater Academy

Turnabout Stillwater Academy's model has been tested, tried, proven, and perfected for over two decades and has helped literally hundreds of teens dealing with a wide array of issues from across the country.
Turnabout / Stillwater Academy is a year round program, and can accept new students at any time.
Acceptance is based on a combination of a review of the student's current and past history of behavior, and consultation with parents and/or professionals.
We serve 30-40 girls and boys who have a history of mild to moderate emotional and behavioral problems, low self-esteem, defiance, academic underachievement, mild substance abuse, and/or family conflict.
Turnabout gives teens the chance to step out of their destructive patterns, make a choice to change for the better, make good decisions, experience real success, develop healthy relationships, and then move back into a new & better life that many of them may have not dreamed possible.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Alternative School
  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 26 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,850
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Stillwater Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Utah for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes

Student Body

Total Students
26 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
19%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade
Stillwater Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Khaki Pants, Navy polo

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost

School Notes

  • Turnabout's model has been tested, tried, proven, and perfected for over two decades and has helped literally hundreds of teens dealing with a wide array of issues from across the country. Turnabout / Stillwater Academy is a year round program, and can accept new students at any time. Acceptance is based on a combination of a review of the student's current and past history of behavior, and consultation with parents and/or professionals. We serve 12-17 girls and boys who have a history of mild to moderate emotional and behavioral problems, low self-esteem, defiance, academic underachievement, mild substance abuse, and/or family conflict. Turnabout gives teens the chance to step out of their destructive patterns, make a choice to change for the better, make good decisions, experience real success, develop healthy relationships, and then move back into a new & better life that many of them may have not dreamed possible.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Stillwater Academy cost?
Stillwater Academy's tuition is approximately $4,850 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Stillwater Academy?
The application deadline for Stillwater Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (4 reviews)
5  
This time last year was filled with pain and guilt, but today, our hearts are filled with hope. While we miss our son/daughter deeply during their time at (school name), we find peace knowing they are well cared for. As a family, we are finally beginning to heal.
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5  
Stillwater Academy is an outstanding school for troubled teens. The combination of therapy and education is top-notch. The staff is incredibly caring, and they've helped our family through a challenging time. Our child has grown immensely, and we're so thankful for the impact this school has had on them.
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5  
Amazing program with professional and caring staff. They literally saved my daughter and my family. It is a safe environment with a program philosophy that offers life changing skills for each individual child. I'd do it over again a hundred times.
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5  
A incredible program. It was a lifesaver for my teen.
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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Alternative School
  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 26 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,850
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Salt Lake County, UT is $9,326 for elementary schools and $11,612 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Salt Lake County, UT is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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