Celebrating over 60 years of learning and fun, Challenger School is an independent private school that focuses on academic excellence, individual achievement, strong logic and thinking skills, and self-reliance.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked UT School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Upcoming Events and News
- Open House - Mon., February 02, 2026 - get more information!
- Open House - Wed., February 18, 2026 - get more information!
- Open House - Tue., February 24, 2026 - get more information!
- - 07/15/2024A 13-year-old student from Utah, Kethan Reddy from Challenger School in Sandy, was named one of the country's top young scientists for his ideas on cleaning up oceans and lakes ...morein the 3M Young Scientist Challenge. hide
- - 07/25/2018Challenger School talks about how making learning an enjoyable experience for children helps them succeed not only in school but later in life.
Top Rankings
Challenger School - Sandy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-8
Year Founded
1963
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
n/a
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
14%
State avg.: 27%
Academics and Faculty
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Our curriculum focuses on the foundations of knowledge: language arts, math, and logic. Early mastery of these basics prepares students for advanced studies and learning at an accelerated pace.
- Breathtaking Results - Our uniquely structured classes yield astonishing results in young students. Challenger students achieve scores on average in the 90th percentile on the national Stanford Achievement Test (SAT). This means that our average student outperforms nine out of ten students who take that test. Challenger School offers preschool through eighth grade programs that prepare children to live happily and successfully for their whole lives.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Challenger School - Sandy often compared to?
Challenger School - Sandy is often viewed alongside schools like The Waterford School by visitors of our site.
Does Challenger School - Sandy offer a summer program?
Yes, Challenger School - Sandy offers a summer program. Visit their for more information.
What is Challenger School - Sandy's ranking?
Challenger School - Sandy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Utah for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Challenger School - Sandy?
The application deadline for Challenger School - Sandy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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