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Best Utah Private Schools Belonging to NWAIS (Northwest Association of Independent Schools) (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 private schools belonging to NWAIS (Northwest Association of Independent Schools) serving 2,609 students in Utah. You can also find more schools membership associations in Utah.
The top ranked private schools belonging to NWAIS (Northwest Association of Independent Schools) in Utah include American Heritage School, The Waterford School, and The McGillis School.
The average acceptance rate is 71%, which is lower than the Utah private school average acceptance rate of 81%.
33% of private schools belonging to NWAIS (Northwest Association of Independent Schools) in Utah are religiously affiliated (most commonly Latter Day Saints).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • # Private Schools: 3

Quick Facts (2026)

  • # Private Schools: 3

Top Ranked Private Schools Belonging to NWAIS (Northwest Association of Independent Schools) in Utah (2026)

American Heritage School Photo
American Heritage School
Gr: K-12 | 1,130 students
Avg. class size: 23 students
Sports: 9 | Extracurriculars: 29
Latter Day Saints
736 N 1100 E
American Fork, UT 84003
(801) 642-0055
(8)
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The McGillis School
Gr: K-8 | 386 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 1
668 South 1300 East
Salt Lake City, UT 84102
(801) 583-0094
(1)
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The Waterford School
Gr: PK-12 | 1,093 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 12
1480 E 9400 S
Sandy, UT 84092
(801) 572-1780
(18)
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools belonging to NWAIS (Northwest Association of Independent Schools) in Utah?
The top ranked private schools belonging to NWAIS (Northwest Association of Independent Schools) in Utah include American Heritage School, The Waterford School, and The McGillis School.
How many private schools belonging to NWAIS (Northwest Association of Independent Schools) are located in Utah?
3 private schools belonging to NWAIS (Northwest Association of Independent Schools) are located in Utah.
What percentage of private schools belonging to NWAIS (Northwest Association of Independent Schools) are religiously affiliated in Utah?
33% of private schools belonging to NWAIS (Northwest Association of Independent Schools) in Utah are religiously affiliated (most commonly Latter Day Saints).
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Private Schools
2,609
Students
$21,593
Avg. Tuition
20%
Students of Color
9:1
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