2022 Best Private Schools in Draper

The Waterford School

• Private School•
• SANDY, UT•
• PK, K-12
• •
  Rating 4.75 out of 5  111 reviews

Middle School Student: In Waterford, the campus is mind-blowing, the environment is kid friendly, the teachers are caring.The campus is like nothing I have ever seen. Not only is it like a college's, it is BEAUTIFUL! Waterford offers amazing activities too. They have soccer, basketball, and volleyball, cross country, and my personal favorite, they have something called outdoor. Being so close to big and little cottonwood canyon, you can rock climb, ski, snow shoe, sled, hike and more. Waterford offers so many varieties of sports and activities for students to participate in...Also, Waterford has an amazing academic program. Students have not only their core subjects, but they can take musical classes like chorus or for an instrument. They also offer a variety of arts like clay, photo and drawing...Here at Waterford, the teachers and students care. Teachers care for students safety and success. Students care to do well in classes. Overall, Waterford has much to offer to the student and their parentRead 111 Reviews

• grade A+

• 1,025 Students
• 7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Juan Diego Catholic High School

• Private School•
• DRAPER, UT•
• 9-12
• •
  Rating 4.12 out of 5  201 reviews

Freshman: I love this school! During this Covid season, our school has taken many many precautions to keep our school up and running and it seems to be doing wonders. The staff and teachers at this school are amazing, kind and supportive of students while providing a good learning environment. I love the wide variety of school activities for every interest, from basketball to International Club and Pre-Med club. We have amazing student body -run dances and activities that just gets you into the school spirit. Overall, my experience here is great and I can't wait to see what's next...Read 201 Reviews

• grade A+

• 770 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

American Heritage School

• Private School•
• AMERICAN FORK, UT•
• K-12
• •
  Rating 4.66 out of 5  65 reviews

Parent: We have 3 children attending American Heritage after having them enrolled in public school. I cannot believe the difference in my children since we’ve made the change! My children are confident, have so much support from their teachers, enjoy the curriculum, and are thriving with great friends. We hope to keep our kids here as long as we are financially able to. Would recommend American Heritage to anyone...Read 65 Reviews

• grade A

• 1,061 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Liahona Preparatory Academy

• Private School•
• PLEASANT GROVE, UT•
• PK, K-12
• •
  Rating 4.85 out of 5  20 reviews

Alum: I was part of the Distance Education program with Liahona. The teachers are caring and inclusive of the students on the other side of the camera. Activities were inclusive of everyone in the classroom. There is an uplifting environment where learning and growth are encouraged and discussed. Throughout my learning process, I was encouraged to adopt the skills necessary for my time in college and the workforce. My teachers encouraged me to use my talents and to connect to other distance education learners. I was able to make great friends. A change I wish the school would apply is providing activities for students to connect outside of classes and the annual youth conference...Read 20 Reviews

• grade A

• 170 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Intermountain Christian School

• Private School•
• SALT LAKE CITY, UT•
• PK, K-12
• •
  Rating 4.57 out of 5  61 reviews

Parent: We initially had enrolled our child in a public school district. We honestly tried. Unfortunately, our child was singled out for not being “part of their ward” as a child informed my son and the teasing only increased. So we looked at several schools and decided on ICS. So GRATEFUL we did! They teach in loving, accepting manner and even though he started during the 2nd semester, he quickly made friends and felt like he belonged. As I have watched my child grow in fellowship and confidence, he is challenged and pushed academically as well. I appreciate that ICS is helping us as parents develop the “whole” being. The students of ICS become positive, well rounded, genuinely good kids that strive to achieve and go into this challenging world to make a difference. We do not worry about them being entitled, pushing boundaries or misusing drugs/alcohol. We are a tight supportive team that’s bonded by love of God...Read 61 Reviews

• grade A

• 273 Students
• 8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

American Heritage of South Jordan

• Private School•
• SOUTH JORDAN, UT•
• PK, K-12
• •
  Rating 3.69 out of 5  32 reviews

Parent: Such a great school! I wish I would have taken my grandson here earlier! Such A loving and caring environment. Teachers went above and beyond anything I have seen. They notice each child, they are not just another body in the classroom. Nothing but positive things to say...Read 32 Reviews

• grade A minus

• 255 Students
• 8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Realms of Inquiry Private School

• Private School•
• TAYLORSVILLE, UT•
• 6-12
• •
  Rating 4.67 out of 5  3 reviews

Parent: I can not say enough about our experience with Realms! My son has been at Realms for 5 years and my daughter for 2 years and in that time they have grown so much as people. Realms has given them the opportunity to find their voices and challenge themselves beyond what they thought he could ever do. They have been able to create projects, travel to other countries, develop genuine friendships, learn what it means to be held accountable, and finally love learning and school! As a teacher myself, I hope to see schools like Realms of Inquiry become more common. Without the dedicated, knowledgeable, and caring teachers, Realms would not be what it is! We feel so fortunate to have found Realms of Inquiry!...Read 3 Reviews

• grade B minus

• 25 Students
• 6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

St. John the Baptist Elementary School

• Private School•
• DRAPER, UT•
• PK, K-5
• •
  Rating 4.6 out of 5  5 reviews

Parent: This school is hands down worth every penny! I have debated and toured a lot of schools. My daughter started in the daycare at 2 years and is now about to go into the junior high! They are the most professional, kind, understanding people. They have a great education but at the same time provide a lot of extra curriculum activities including sports and snowboarding/skiing! You can not find a better place!...Read 5 Reviews

• grade unavailable

• 577 Students
• 23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Challenger School - Sandy

• Private School•
• SANDY, UT•
• PK, K-8
• •
  Rating 1 out of 5  2 reviews

• grade unavailable

• 534 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Challenger School - Traverse Mountain

• Private School•
• LEHI, UT•
• PK, K-8
• •
  Rating 4 out of 5  1 review

Parent: Our kids have gone here for years. They seem to have a good, solid curriculum which keeps kids 1-2 years above grade level. It's expensive but hey, what better investment than in your children, right? We previously had our kids in public school for a short time and then in a different, independent private school in a nearby city but we decided to back to Challenger. We've only had a few problems at this school, mainly a couple of issues with individual teachers, but nothing you wouldn't find at any elementary school. They seem very enthusiastic and generally upbeat about their program and the progress of the students. I'm confident that they have the children's best interests in mind. Because it is private, there are not a lot of extracurricular activities or social events but that's alright with us. The lunch service is handled by an outside catering company which is expensive ($6 per student/ per day) which really adds up...Read 1 Review

• grade unavailable

• 462 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Challenger School - Salt Lake

• Private School•
• SALT LAKE CITY, UT•
• PK, K-8
• •
  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Parent: Great school and great location! Provides wonderful learning opportunities to all students. Safe campus.Read 1 Review

• grade unavailable

• 457 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

St. John the Baptist Middle School

• Private School•
• DRAPER, UT•
• 6-8

• grade unavailable

• 353 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Carden Memorial School

• Private School•
• SALT LAKE CITY, UT•
• PK, K-8
• •
  Rating 4 out of 5  4 reviews

Parent: Thank you so much for creating such an amazing school. It has been an honor to have our children attend this school. A good school has an involved staff working together, pushing themselves and their students to be the best. Failure is not an option for the teacher or the students. This school was a true blessing for my three children. Derek did not enjoy reading books before coming to Carden Memorial School. Thank you for giving him the tools he needed to read well. Sandra has improved her writing skills and loves coming to school each day. Anne enjoyed preschool. She would sing all the songs at home and is now sounding out simple words. You have given my children a wonderful education and have shown them how to be independent, smart and confident people...Read 4 Reviews

• grade unavailable

• 350 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Challenger School - West Jordan

• Private School•
• WEST JORDAN, UT•
• PK, K-1

• grade unavailable

• 334 Students
• 21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Kids Village

• Private School•
• OREM, UT•
• PK, K-3
• •
  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Parent: The children move through different courses and classrooms--Cooking, PE, Science, Reading, Music, History in a way that is exciting and keeps the day interesting.Read 1 Review

• grade unavailable

• 322 Students
• 35:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Dancing Moose Montessori School

• Private School•
• WEST VALLEY CITY, UT•
• PK, K-3
• •
  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Parent: Dancing Moose provides my daughter with a nurturing and challenging environment to learn and grow. She has been there since 2.5 yrs old and will be moving to their Kindergarten class in the Fall. The teachers and staff are friendly and attentive...Additionally, you get secure access to the school and snacks/lunch prepared on site. They have a wonderful garden on site. I highly recommend this school.Read 1 Review

• grade unavailable

• 260 Students
• 33:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Elizabeth Academy / Garfield School

• Private School•
• SALT LAKE CITY, UT•
• PK, K-12
• •
  Rating 5 out of 5  8 reviews

Parent: Having our children attend the Elizabeth Academy was one of the greatest blessings that ever could have happened to our entire family. It allowed our children’s gifts and talents to be explored and magnified, their weaknesses to be strengthened, and their differences to be celebrated. We have since moved away and our children no longer attend. But we will ever be grateful for the positive influence the Elizabeth Academy had on our family; so much so that the newest member of our family bares the name Elizabeth. Thank you EA for helping shape our family!...Read 8 Reviews

• grade unavailable

• 255 Students
• 6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

St. Vincent de Paul Parish School

• Private School•
• SALT LAKE CITY, UT•
• PK, K-8

• grade unavailable

• 253 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Blessed Sacrament Catholic School

• Private School•
• SANDY, UT•
• PK, K-8

• grade unavailable

• 247 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

St. Francis Xavier Catholic School

• Private School•
• KEARNS, UT•
• PK, K-8
• •
  Rating 4 out of 5  1 review

Freshman: I had attended St Francis for 9 years. I was always doing my best. The teachers and faculity never gave up on me when I was going down hill. In 7th grade I wasn't doing so good. I was getting in trouble a lot. By the end of 8th grade I was the TA for a leadership institute, leader of the choir, I was in NJHS, and I played volleyball and basketball. My family had difficulty with paying full tuition so they helped us through the process. I would not be the kind of person I am today without Saint Francis...Read 1 Review

• grade unavailable

• 243 Students
• 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Challenger School - Holladay

• Private School•
• SALT LAKE CITY, UT•
• PK, K

• grade unavailable

• 217 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

St. Andrew

• Private School•
• RIVERTON, UT•
• PK, K-8

• grade unavailable

• 203 Students
• 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Kearns-Saint Ann School

• Private School•
• SALT LAKE CITY, UT•
• PK, K-8
• •
  Rating 4 out of 5  1 review

• grade unavailable

• 185 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Mount Vernon Academy

• Private School•
• MURRAY, UT•
• PK, K-12

• grade unavailable

• 142 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Arches Academy

• Private School•
• OREM, UT•
• PK, K-8
• •
  Rating 4.88 out of 5  25 reviews

Parent: My son (the youngest) has not enjoyed school since first grade. It has been a struggle, to say the least! He has ADHD and struggles because he is often ready to move on but is held back because teachers have to help other students. He was bored and not reaching his academic potential or being challenged enough. He has loved Arches Academy! He has blossomed here! He looks forward to school! He enjoys being challenged and learning in fun, engaging ways. He gets to have many specialties, too-- art, music, drama, STEM, foreign language, P.E. The teachers are incredible and have a lot of freedom to teach concepts in creative, challenging, engaging ways. I am so glad we found Arches Academy!...Read 25 Reviews

• grade unavailable

• 124 Students
• 6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio