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Best Utah Alternative Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 29 alternative private schools serving 1,351 students in Utah.

The alternative private schools in Utah include Hilltop Christian School, I. J. And Jeanne Wagner Jcc Early Childhood Center, and Sorenson`s Ranch School.

The average acceptance rate is 100%, which is higher than the Utah private school average acceptance rate of 81%.

7% of alternative private schools in Utah are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).

Quick Facts (2026)

# Private Schools: 29
# Students Served: 1,351

Quick Facts (2026)

# Private Schools: 29
# Students Served: 1,351

Utah Alternative Private School Trends

Private Schools

1,351

Students

$12,338

Avg. Tuition

Avg. Class Size

23%

Students of Color

9:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked alternative private schools in Utah?

The alternative private schools in Utah include Hilltop Christian School, I. J. And Jeanne Wagner Jcc Early Childhood Center, and Sorenson`s Ranch School.

How many alternative private schools are located in Utah?

29 alternative private schools are located in Utah.

How diverse are alternative private schools in Utah?

Utah alternative private schools are approximately 23% minority students, which is lower than the Utah private school average of 26%.

What percentage of alternative private schools are religiously affiliated in Utah?

7% of alternative private schools in Utah are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).

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