GreenWood Charter School

What GreenWood Charter School does

GreenWood Charter School is a tuition-free public K-8 charter school located on a 12-acre campus at 840 North US Highway 89 in Harrisville, Utah, operating under a state charter granted in 2014 and serving approximately 450 students across Kindergarten through 8th grade with class sizes capped at 25 per grade level. The school distinguishes itself as the first in Utah focused on holistic education, anchored on three pillars: Health & Wellness, Environmental Stewardship, and the EL Education expeditionary learning model. Its core product is the integrated K-8 academic program supplemented by specials (Art, Music, Physical Education, Technology, Health & Wellness), wraparound support services (literacy intervention, special education with speech language pathology and behavioral support, counseling), and signature programs including daily Crew meetings for social-emotional learning and weekly Adventure Mondays for outdoor experiential learning.

The technology footprint is intentionally lightweight and supports operations rather than instruction: a Frogtummy-powered enrollment/lottery platform at greenwoodcharter.frogtummy.io, Google Forms and Google Calendar for registration and scheduling, YouTube embeds for student-work showcases, SecureInstantPayments for fee/lunch transactions, QR code systems, and third-party assessment tools (Acadience Reading & Math, WIDA ACCESS, RISE). GreenWood participates in TerraCycle's recycling program and hosts Scholastic Book Fairs as minor external partnerships. Compliance frameworks include FERPA, Title IX, Title I, IDEA 2004, and Utah Code 53A-1a-506.5.

Revenue is generated almost entirely through public-school funding mechanisms: per-pupil state allocations (primary), Title I federal funding (as a designated turnaround school), ESSER III emergency relief, the School LAND Trust program, the National School Lunch Program, and modest student fees for grades 6-8 permitted under Utah state law with waivers available for qualifying families. Carson Smith Scholarship reimbursements provide an additional stream for students with disabilities. Enrollment is conducted via a public random lottery opening after Thanksgiving, continuing monthly until the 450 slots are filled, with a self-serve online application portal and a parent-managed Family Crew Organization (FCO) anchoring family engagement. The school is governed by an independent volunteer Board of Directors and has no private equity, parent company, or venture capital ownership.

Name

GreenWood Charter School

Legal name

GreenWood Charter School

Website

https://greenwoodcharter.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2014

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

GreenWood Charter School is a tuition-free, public K-8 charter school in Harrisville, Utah, serving roughly 450 students through an integrated curriculum built on Health & Wellness, Environmental Stewardship, and EL Education expeditionary learning. The school is funded primarily by per-pupil state allocations plus federal and state supplementary streams.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

K-12 Charter School Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Independent Charter Schools (Single-Site) (EDAJACAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Specialized Programs & Classrooms (Autism, Emotional/Behavioral, Intellectual/Developmental, Multi-Disability) (EDAJAKAH)

Keywords

• K-8 education services
• Public charter school
• Expeditionary learning
• Holistic education program
• Special education services

Headquarters

HQ city

Harrisville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Per-Pupil State Funding: As a public charter school, GreenWood receives per-pupil state funding based on enrollment. This is the primary funding source.
2. Federal Title Programs: Title I funding for schools with high percentages of economically disadvantaged children. GreenWood is designated as a Title I turnaround school.
3. Student Fees (Middle School): Per Utah state law, fees are charged for students in grades 6-8. Fee schedule is approved annually by the Governing Board. Fee waivers available for qualifying families.
4. National School Lunch Program: School participates in the National Lunch Program offering free breakfast to all students and reduced/free lunch to qualifying families.
5. ESSER III Funding: Emergency relief funding used for teacher professional learning, hiring paraprofessionals, and developing outdoor learning spaces.
6. School LAND Trust: State program that allots funds to enhance education, administered through board meetings.
7. Carson Smith Scholarship: State-funded private school scholarship program for students with disabilities (GreenWood is an eligible private school for this program).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

GreenWood Charter School is a tuition-free public K-8 charter school in Harrisville, Utah, delivering holistic education to approximately 450 students across grades K-8. The school combines core academic instruction with the EL Education expeditionary learning model, an integrated Health & Wellness program, and Environmental Stewardship education, supplemented by special education, intervention, counseling, and nutrition services. Enrollment is administered through a random lottery admissions process open to families in its Northern Utah service area.

Product overview

GreenWood Charter School is a K-8 tuition-free public charter school in Weber County, Utah, offering a holistic education model built on three pillars: Health & Wellness, Environmental Stewardship, and EL Education. The school provides a comprehensive K-8 academic program with core subjects taught by grade-level specialists, supplemented by specials including Art, Music, Physical Education, Technology, and Health & Wellness education. The school offers enrollment management via lottery-based admission, online payment processing for fees and meals, and extensive family engagement through the Family Crew Organization (FCO), newsletters, and school events. Support services include literacy intervention, special education, counseling, and mental health resources. Unique programs include daily Crew meetings for social-emotional learning, Adventure Mondays for outdoor experiential learning, and a phone-free classroom policy. The school serves approximately 450 K-8 students across three 'grove' groupings (Early Grove K-2, Middle Grove 3-5, Upper Grove 6-8).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• K-8 Holistic Education Program Tuition-free public charter school program serving Kindergarten through 8th grade, integrating academic instruction with Health & Wellness, Environmental Stewardship, and EL Education across all grade levels for Northern Utah families.
• EL Education Curriculum Expeditionary Learning model promoting mastery of knowledge and skills, character development, and high-quality student work through project-based, hands-on learning experiences for K-8 students.
• Health & Wellness Program Holistic health education including nutrition education, movement and mindfulness practices, regular exercise programs, and healthy-habit instruction delivered as a core pillar of the school.
• Environmental Education Outdoor learning and environmental stewardship education connecting students to nature through fieldwork, nature journaling, and experiential learning opportunities.
• Specials / Elective Classes Art education (BTSALP Art Specialist), Health & Wellness coaching, Physical Education, Music education (K-5 and Upper Grove), and Technology / College & Career preparation.
• Literacy & Intervention Services Reading and intervention specialist services, reading intervention programs, and literacy support for K-8 students needing additional academic assistance.
• Special Education Services SPED teaching, paraprofessional support, behavior specialist services, speech language pathology, and RBT (Registered Behavior Technician) services for K-8 students with disabilities.
• Counseling & Mental Health Services School counselor (K-5), associate school counselor and therapist services (6-8), and mental-health resource connections including the SafeUT crisis-support mobile app.
• Student Enrollment & Lottery System Online enrollment application process with random lottery for admission, serving K-8 students with approximately 450 total slots available, up to 25 per grade.
• Online Payment System Online payment portal for student fees, lunch payments, yearbooks, school merchandise, and crew/fieldwork donations through SecureInstantPayments.
• Family Engagement Services Parent portal, Friday and monthly newsletters, Family Crew Organization (FCO), volunteer opportunities, and family events including Fun Run, Scholastic Book Fair, Swim Night, and Art Reflections Contest.
• Crew Program Daily morning Crew meetings setting intention for days of growth, kindness, and patience; school-wide social-emotional learning embedded throughout the school culture.
• Adventure Mondays Weekly outdoor learning program where students engage in experiential learning outside the classroom, replacing books with hands-on nature-based education.
• Nutrition & Food Services National School Lunch Program offering universal free breakfast for all students and reduced/free lunch for qualifying families; on-site kitchen provides healthy menu options supporting local farmers.

Quantifiable outcome

• Three dimensions of student achievement: Mastery of Knowledge and Skills, Character, and High-Quality Student Work

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core, minor and supporting.

• EL EducationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGreenWood partners with EL Education to implement a school development model promoting excellence through collaboration. This hands-on expeditionary learning approach gives students challenging, adventurous, and meaningful work. The partnership focuses on three dimensions of student achievement: Mastery of Knowledge and Skills, Character, and High-Quality Student Work. GreenWood's instructional model is based on EL Education's framework.
• TerraCycleminorOthersGreenWood participates in TerraCycle's recycling program, collecting specific brand packages (Arm & Hammer, Colgate, GoGo Squeeze, Kroger flexible packages, and personal care products) to earn points redeemable for cash for the school.
• ScholasticminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGreenWood hosts Scholastic Book Fairs, with Scholastic donating a percentage of sales back to the school to increase school and classroom libraries.
• Acadience LearningsupportingTechnology or IntegrationGreenWood uses Acadience Reading & Math assessments for grades K-6 to identify where students are struggling so they can receive instructional support.
• WIDAsupportingTechnology or IntegrationGreenWood uses WIDA ACCESS for ELLs assessment for English Language Learners in grades K-8 to measure English language proficiency.
• RISE AssessmentsupportingTechnology or IntegrationGreenWood uses RISE assessment system for grades 3-8, a computer adaptive criterion-referenced assessment including summative tests for English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Writing.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Others

• EL Education: National nonprofit network of schools implementing expeditionary learning. GreenWood is a partner school using EL Education's framework, making this a direct enabling/ecosystem peer rather than a competitor.

Broad incumbents

• National Heritage Academies: Charter management organization operating 90+ public charter schools across multiple states. Comparable as a scaled charter operator with structured curriculum and lottery enrollment models.
• Great Hearts Academies: Multi-state network of tuition-free public charter schools offering a classical, character-focused liberal arts curriculum. Comparable on classical/humanities emphasis and mission-driven K-12 charter model.
• BASIS Charter Schools: National network of high-performing public charter schools emphasizing rigorous academics. Comparable as a charter school operator with differentiated instructional model and lottery-based admission, though at much larger network scale.
• KIPP Public Schools: One of the largest public charter networks in the US, operating 200+ schools focused on college preparation for underserved students. Comparable as a charter network serving Title I-eligible populations with values-driven culture.

Direct peers

• Salt Lake Arts Academy: Tuition-free public charter middle school (grades 5-8) in Salt Lake City, UT. Comparable as a Utah public charter school focused on integrated arts and expeditionary-style learning in a small-school setting.
• Dual Immersion Academy: Spanish/English dual immersion public charter school in Salt Lake City, UT, serving K-8. Comparable as a Utah charter school with a distinctive educational model and lottery-based enrollment.
• Ogden Preparatory Academy: K-12 public charter school in Ogden, UT, located in the same Weber County region as GreenWood. Compares directly on charter model, K-12 grade span, and tuition-free public education in Northern Utah.
• Venture Academy: Public K-12 charter school in Marriott Slaterville, UT (Weber County area). Directly comparable as a Utah public charter school with overlapping governance community — GreenWood's Director Tracey Nelsen spent 12 years on Venture Academy's board.

Regional players

• Pinnacle Canyon Academy: K-8 public charter school in Price, UT (Carbon County). Comparable as a small Utah charter school outside the Wasatch Front serving rural families through lottery enrollment.

Market position

Strengths2 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/GreenWoodCharterSchool
• Instagraminstagram.com/greenwood4kids
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/greenwood-charter-school

Compliance5 records

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Profiles8 records

Funding overview

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