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Academy for Math Engineering & Science

5715 S 1300 E, SALT LAKE CITY, UT, 84121

Top 25% School in Utah

Ranked 54 of 193 in Utah

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About Academy for Math Engineering & Science

The Academy for Math Engineering & Science (AMES) is a top public charter high school in Salt Lake City, Utah, for students in grades 9–12. As a top school, it focuses on a tough STEM-based curriculum that gets students ready for technical fields that are in high demand. There are about 500 students at the school, and there is about one teacher for every 18 students. It is a well-known top school that offers a lot of Advanced Placement classes. 58% of students take AP classes. There are a lot of different kinds of students at the school, and it is one of the best High School in "Utah" . 42% of them are minorities, and 16% of them are economically disadvantaged. The Academy for Math Engineering & Science is one of the best schools in the state. It has a 53% math proficiency rate and a 69% reading proficiency rate. Its strengths are its partnerships with local universities and its focused academic environment that encourages new ideas. This makes it one of the best schools for people who want to be engineers or scientists.

Academy for Math Engineering & Science Contact Information

Address

5715 S 1300 E, SALT LAKE CITY, UT, 84121

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Phone

(801) 278-9460

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 53%
Reading 69%
State average proficiency is 53% in Math and 69% in Reading.
23
Full-time Teachers
20 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
469
Total Students
$79448
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 54 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Academy for Math Engineering & Science

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:30 AM to 2:30 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:15 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 57.57%
Asian 10.87%
Hispanic 16.42%
Black 3.2%
Two+ Races 5.12%
Native Am. 1.07%
White
57.57%
Asian
10.87%
Hispanic
16.42%
Black
3.2%
Two+ Races
5.12%
Native Am.
1.07%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 469
44.78%
210 Female
55.22%
259 Male

Student Population

469 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

234 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

The Academy for Math Engineering & Science is making its curriculum more like that of a university by adding more elective courses in sustainable engineering and artificial intelligence. Students showed off their advanced research projects at the recent regional science fair and won several top awards for their work in data science and mechanical design. The school's mentorship program with University of Utah faculty also helps to promote a culture of working together.

FAQ

Q1. Are college entrance exams conducted here?

Ans. Students can take the SAT and ACT tests on-site or through programs that work together.

Q2. What does Academy for Math Engineering & Science do to make the learning environment better?

Ans. Respect, working together, and being responsible make sure that the school culture is safe, welcoming, and open to everyone.

Q3. Is there room for personal growth?

Ans. Yes, mentoring, enrichment activities, and learning through projects help students do better in school and in life.

Q4. What kind of school experience do students get at Academy for Math Engineering & Science?

Ans. Academy for Math Engineering & Science has a full curriculum that includes academics, extracurricular activities, and chances for personal growth.

Q5. Do they use traditional periods or block scheduling at Academy for Math Engineering & Science?

Ans. Academy for Math Engineering & Science has a traditional schedule with the same class rotations every day.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

PS

The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

WR

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

S

The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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