Academy for Math Engineering & Science

Summary:

The Academy for Math Engineering & Science (AMES) is a public magnet charter high school located in Salt Lake City, Utah, serving grades 9-12 with a student population of 454. AMES consistently ranks among the top high schools in Utah, receiving a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger and outperforming the state averages in proficiency rates for the Utah Aspire Plus assessments in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

AMES stands out for its diverse student population, with a racial makeup of 56.39% White, 17.18% Hispanic, 11.23% Asian, and 6.83% Pacific Islander, among other racial groups. This diversity is higher than the nearby schools, which tend to have a higher percentage of White students. Additionally, AMES has a relatively low percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 14.1% to 21.61% over the past three school years, significantly lower than the nearby Granite District schools, such as Taylorsville High (42.35%) and Cottonwood High (49.4%).

AMES also has a lower student-teacher ratio, ranging from 19.4 to 20.4 over the past three school years, compared to the nearby schools, such as Skyline High (26.7) and Taylorsville High (25.9). This suggests that AMES is able to allocate its resources effectively, allowing for more personalized attention and support for students. Overall, AMES stands out as a high-performing, diverse, and well-resourced public charter school in the Salt Lake City area.

Detail:

Public, Magnet, Charter 9-12

5715 S 1300 E
Salt Lake City, UT 84121

(801) 278-9460

District: Academy for Math Engineering & Science

SchoolDigger Rank:
7^th of 138 Utah High Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $8,828

Student/teacher ratio: 20.0

Number of students: 469

Racial breakdown:

White:

57.6%

Hispanic:

16.4%

Asian:

10.9%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 15.6%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Academy for Math Engineering & Science ranks better than 94.9% of high schools in Utah. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 92.21. (See more...)

The four-year cohort graduation rate measures the percentage of students at Academy for Math Engineering & Science who earn a standard high school diploma within four years of starting ninth grade.

The high school dropout rate measures the percentage of students who do not complete their high school education.

Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.

Student Body

Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (57.6%), Hispanic (16.4%), Asian (10.9%). (See more...)

Compare Details 15.6% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Academy for Math Engineering & Science is 20. (See more...)

Compare Academy for Math Engineering & Science employs 23.4 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at Academy for Math Engineering & Science is $8,828.

Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Academy for Math Engineering & Science:

SchoolDigger ranks Academy for Math Engineering & Science 7^th of 138 Utah public high schools. (See Academy for Math Engineering & Science in the ranking list.)

High School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:

White students:

Academy for Math Engineering & Science:

SchoolDigger ranks Academy for Math Engineering & Science 6^th of 98 Utah school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Academy for Math Engineering & Science

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Rank History for all students at Academy for Math Engineering & Science

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	UT State Percentile
2008	61.83	31^st	142	78.2%
2009	59.25	39^th	148	73.6%
2010	58.25	33^rd	153	78.4%
2011	59.34	38^th	164	76.8%
2012	67.94	15^th	166	91.0%
2013	72.17	11^th	167	93.4%
2014	79.46	7^th	120	94.2%
2015	78.82	9^th	131	93.1%
2016	83.02	7^th	129	94.6%
2017	84.00	4^th	125	96.8%
2018	87.62	4^th	123	96.7%
2019	92.53	10^th	136	92.6%
2021	91.48	9^th	129	93.0%
2022	92.58	7^th	131	94.7%
2023	95.99	5^th	139	96.4%
2024	92.21	7^th	138	94.9%

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Rank History for White students at Academy for Math Engineering & Science

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	UT State Percentile
2022	96.14	4^th	123	96.7%
2023	97.22	4^th	122	96.7%
2024	93.49	5^th	123	95.9%

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Data source: test scores: Utah State Board of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Data source: Utah State Board of Education

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by a parent
Friday, January 26, 2018

This school is so good for my son! The kids all want to learn, want to do well. The teachers and principal go above and beyond to support them in every way they can. Would not hesitate to recommend! Close Quote

by a student
Friday, January 27, 2017

This school will prepare you to take college classes! It gives everyone a chance no matter what your background is, it is a very diverse school. The students are able to take challenging classes and excel. They offer Uof U concurrent enrollment classes at the school and those classes are 5 dollars for every credit hour. The staff also know each and every single student by name as well, they really care about their students. Their share of the building is very small and needs to be renewed though. It would be nice if the classes were renovated and more space was provided for the students, it would be great even if they had their own building. But the school itself is great and provides great opportunities for the students. Close Quote

by a student on FaceBook
Saturday, February 14, 2015

This school is a great place to make friends, take rigorous classes, and be prepared for college. Close Quote

Enrollment information for Academy for Math Engineering & Science

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Not Specified	Total
2004	199	3	22	36	0	n/a	n/a	0	260
2005	278	15	29	67	5	n/a	n/a	0	394
2006	280	13	40	84	5	n/a	n/a	0	422
2007	261	13	52	91	7	n/a	n/a	0	424
2008	227	20	52	91	9	n/a	n/a	0	399
2009	246	21	61	100	10	n/a	n/a	1	439
2010	239	20	76	106	15	n/a	n/a	20	476
2011	245	32	34	100	16	43	9	0	479
2012	233	28	42	121	17	43	2	0	486
2013	239	29	45	117	17	38	4	0	489
2014	234	27	47	130	17	31	5	0	491
2015	231	24	56	123	13	40	5	0	492
2016	240	25	51	130	15	39	8	0	508
2017	231	20	52	111	13	34	14	0	475
2018	224	28	56	101	11	39	19	0	478
2019	227	29	46	100	13	40	29	0	484
2020	252	24	51	86	9	35	26	0	483
2021	245	17	51	85	10	31	25	0	464
2022	261	15	57	80	8	27	24	0	472
2023	256	16	51	78	4	31	17	1	454
2024	270	15	51	77	5	27	24	0	469

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Academy for Math Engineering & Science

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2004	260	9.5	27.4	n/a
2005	394	30.0	13.1	0
2006	422	18.0	23.4	0
2007	424	12.8	33.1	0
2008	399	17.0	23.5	n/a
2009	439	2.0	20.7	49.3
2010	476	19.3	24.6	49.8
2011	479	20.0	23.9	49.9
2012	486	21.0	23.1	66.9
2013	489	21.5	22.7	66.3
2014	491	21.7	22.5	42.2
2015	492	n/a	n/a	41.5
2016	508	n/a	n/a	38.6
2017	475	21.7	21.8	33.1
2018	478	n/a	n/a	33.5
2019	484	22.5	21.5	30.6
2020	483	22.0	21.9	22.8
2021	464	n/a	n/a	15.7
2022	472	23.1	20.4	21.6
2023	454	23.3	19.4	14.1
2024	469	23.4	20.0	15.6

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Academy for Math Engineering & Science

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2004	260	9.5	27.4	n/a
2005	394	30.0	13.1	0
2006	422	18.0	23.4	0
2007	424	12.8	33.1	0
2008	399	17.0	23.5	n/a
2009	439	2.0	20.7	49.3
2010	476	19.3	24.6	49.8
2011	479	20.0	23.9	49.9
2012	486	21.0	23.1	66.9
2013	489	21.5	22.7	66.3
2014	491	21.7	22.5	42.2
2015	492	n/a	n/a	41.5
2016	508	n/a	n/a	38.6
2017	475	21.7	21.8	33.1
2018	478	n/a	n/a	33.5
2019	484	22.5	21.5	30.6
2020	483	22.0	21.9	22.8
2021	464	n/a	n/a	15.7
2022	472	23.1	20.4	21.6
2023	454	23.3	19.4	14.1
2024	469	23.4	20.0	15.6

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Academy for Math Engineering & Science

Year	Expenditures from Federal Funds	Expenditures from State and Local Funds	Total Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019	$269 (3.0%)	$8,559 (97.0%)	$8,828

Data source: Utah Department of Education

Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Academy for Math Engineering & Science

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Rankings

Rank Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Rank Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Ranks 10^th of 136 High schools	Ranks 5^th of 139 High schools	3.8%

Test Scores

	% proficient Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	% proficient Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
9th Grade English Language Arts (Academy for Math Engineering & Science)	67.5	70.5	3%
9th Grade English Language Arts (Academy for Math Engineering & Science)	67.5	70.5	3%
9th Grade English Language Arts (Utah)	48.2	44	4.2%
9th Grade Mathematics (Academy for Math Engineering & Science)	61	56	5%
9th Grade Mathematics (Academy for Math Engineering & Science)	61	56	5%
9th Grade Mathematics (Utah)	43.6	32.8	10.8%
9th Grade Science (Academy for Math Engineering & Science)	63.9	60.8	3.1%
9th Grade Science (Academy for Math Engineering & Science)	63.9	60.8	3.1%
9th Grade Science (Utah)	36.2	38.1	1.9%
10th Grade English Language Arts (Academy for Math Engineering & Science)	67.2	68.3	1.1%
10th Grade English Language Arts (Academy for Math Engineering & Science)	67.2	68.3	1.1%
10th Grade English Language Arts (Utah)	49.5	45.3	4.2%
10th Grade Mathematics (Academy for Math Engineering & Science)	54.8	51	3.8%
10th Grade Mathematics (Academy for Math Engineering & Science)	54.8	51	3.8%
10th Grade Mathematics (Utah)	36.3	27.7	8.6%
10th Grade Science (Academy for Math Engineering & Science)	57.9	63.6	5.7%
10th Grade Science (Academy for Math Engineering & Science)	57.9	63.6	5.7%
10th Grade Science (Utah)	33	32.2	0.8%

Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Total Students	484	454	6.2%
African American	29	16	44.8%
American Indian	13	4	69.2%
Asian	46	51	10.9%
Hispanic	100	78	22%
Pacific Islander	40	31	22.5%
White	227	256	12.8%
Two or More Races	29	17	41.4%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	30.6%	14.1%	16.5%

Schools Near Academy for Math Engineering & Science

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2024)				Ranking (2023)				Utah Aspire Plus English Language Arts (2024)		Utah Aspire Plus Mathematics (2024)		Utah Aspire Plus Science (2024)		Per Pupil Expenditures (2019)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	SchoolDigger Rating (2024)	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	Rank Change from Previous Year	Utah Aspire Plus English Language Arts 9th Grade	Utah Aspire Plus English Language Arts 10th Grade	Utah Aspire Plus Mathematics 9th Grade	Utah Aspire Plus Mathematics 10th Grade	Utah Aspire Plus Science 9th Grade	Utah Aspire Plus Science 10th Grade	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Academy for Math Engineering & Science	Public, Magnet, Charter	9-12	5715 S 1300 E	Salt Lake City	84121	Salt Lake County	Academy for Math Engineering & Science	Yes	Yes	No	Yes	(801) 278-9460	469	23	20.0	15.6%	270 (57.6%)	15 (3.2%)	77 (16.4%)	51 (10.9%)	5 (1.1%)	27 (5.8%)	24 (5.1%)	92.2	7^th of 138 public high schools	94.9%		96	5^th of 139 public high schools	96.4%	2	53.1	72.1	51.4	48.1	66.4	56.3	$8,828	$269	$8,559
Cottonwood High	Public	9-12	5715 S 1300 E	Salt Lake City	84121	Salt Lake County	Granite District	No	No	No	Yes	(385) 646-5264	1,495	65	22.8	52.8%	685 (45.8%)	93 (6.2%)	501 (33.5%)	77 (5.2%)	22 (1.5%)	17 (1.1%)	100 (6.7%)	5.8	133^rd of 138 public high schools	3.6%		5.9	133^rd of 139 public high schools	4.3%		22.4	21.0	14.2	8.0	16.5	14.0	$10,505	$1,063	$9,442
Murray High	Public	10-12	5440 S State	Murray	84107	Salt Lake County	Murray District	No	No	No	No	(801) 264-7460	1,374	64	21.6	31.5%	850 (61.9%)	51 (3.7%)	358 (26.1%)	27 (2.0%)	12 (0.9%)	11 (0.8%)	61 (4.4%)	38.9	86^th of 138 public high schools	37.7%		64.1	36^th of 139 public high schools	74.1%	50		40.8		25.3		30.2	$10,200	$450	$9,750
Murray Adult Transition	Public	9-12	147 E 5065 S	Murray	84107	Salt Lake County	Murray District	No	No	No	No	(801) 957-4693	0	0			0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()								(n/a)
Hillcrest High	Public	8-12	7350 S 900 E	Midvale	84047	Salt Lake County	Canyons District	No	No	No	No	(801) 826-6000	2,367	101	23.4	39.4%	1,174 (49.6%)	70 (3.0%)	739 (31.2%)	216 (9.1%)	22 (0.9%)	18 (0.8%)	127 (5.4%)	59	49^th of 138 public high schools	64.5%		51.6	63^rd of 139 public high schools	54.7%	14	39.3	51.7	39.4	36.3	37.8	40.4	$10,113	$529	$9,584
Brighton High	Public	8-12	2220 E 7695 S	Salt Lake City	84121	Salt Lake County	Canyons District	No	No	No	No	(801) 826-5800	2,393	92	25.9	15.0%	1,906 (79.6%)	29 (1.2%)	247 (10.3%)	28 (1.2%)	3 (0.1%)	27 (1.1%)	153 (6.4%)	69.8	29^th of 138 public high schools	79.0%		71.5	25^th of 139 public high schools	82.0%	4	48.5	49.7	52.0	43.1	44.5	35.0	$9,268	$358	$8,910
Olympus High	Public	9-12	4055 S 2300 E	Salt Lake City	84124	Salt Lake County	Granite District	No	No	No	No	(385) 646-5400	2,167	83	26.0	18.4%	1,720 (79.4%)	42 (1.9%)	253 (11.7%)	39 (1.8%)	7 (0.3%)	6 (0.3%)	100 (4.6%)	53.3	59^th of 138 public high schools	57.2%		76.9	23^rd of 139 public high schools	83.5%	36	41.2	55.2	38.5	36.8	23.1	34.2	$9,882	$729	$9,153
Utah International Charter School	Public, Charter	6-12	350 E Baird Circle (3605 South	South Salt Lake	84115	Salt Lake County	Utah International Charter School	Yes	No	No	Yes	(385) 290-1306	221	17	13.0	95.0%	81 (36.7%)	91 (41.2%)	33 (14.9%)	12 (5.4%)	2 (0.9%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (0.9%)								(n/a)				0.0			$9,469	$1,355	$8,114
Skyline High	Public	7-12	3251 E 3760 S	Salt Lake City	84109	Salt Lake County	Granite District	No	No	No	No	(385) 646-5420	2,125	78	27.3	9.4%	1,677 (78.9%)	13 (0.6%)	140 (6.6%)	128 (6.0%)	1 (0.0%)	10 (0.5%)	156 (7.3%)	95.1	6^th of 138 public high schools	95.7%		93.8	6^th of 139 public high schools	95.7%		64.4	70.8	54.9	44.5	69.5	64.7	$8,716	$500	$8,215
Canyons Technical Education Center	Public	7-12	825 E 9085 S	Sandy	84094	Salt Lake County	Canyons District	No	No	No	No	(801) 826-6600	1	15	.0		1 (100.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)								(n/a)

Frequently Asked Questions about Academy for Math Engineering & Science

How many students attend Academy for Math Engineering & Science?

In the 2023-24 school year, 469 students attended Academy for Math Engineering & Science.

What is the racial makeup of Academy for Math Engineering & Science?

Students at Academy for Math Engineering & Science are 58% White, 16% Hispanic, 11% Asian, 6% Pacific Islander, 5% Two or more races, 3% African American, 1% American Indian.

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