The Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy is a learning environment designed for highly gifted students in grades 7-12 located on the Arizona State University West campus.
Funded in part by an endowment from the Herberger Family and supported by ASU, the Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy was founded to address the needs of academically and intellectually gifted students in the Phoenix area.
The Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy uses the Cambridge International Examinations curriculum. We offer Advanced-Level courses allowing student to earn college credits by examination before graduating our high school program.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Top Ranked AZ School
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 117 students
- Yearly Tuition: $15,400
- Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / Mar. 15 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
SAT Score
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Gifted
Year Founded
2011
Student Body
Total Students
117 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
32%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
75%
Number of AP Courses
1 course
Advanced Courses
A-Level Biology, A-Level English Language, A-Level Global Perspectives, A-Level History, A-Level Physics, A-Level Psychology, A-Level Sociology, A-Level Thinking Skills, AP Calculus BC
Average SAT score
1380
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 15 / Mar. 15 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$15,400
Tuition Notes
Tuition cost to families after endowment. Additioanl fees are Commitment fee ($550) and Application Fee ($50)
% on Financial Aid
45%
Admissions Director
Gabriel Klemm
Admissions Associate
Sheryl Shelley
Endowment Size
$20 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
6 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Chess Club, Game Design, Robotics Team, Student Government
Arts and Music Programs:
International Thespian Society
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Esports Club
Chess Club, Game Design, Robotics Team, Student Government
Arts and Music Programs:
International Thespian Society
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Esports Club
School Notes
- Letter from the Executive Director:
- https://herbergeracademy.asu.edu/about
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy cost?
Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy's tuition is approximately $15,400 for private students.
What sports does Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy offer?
Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer and Swimming.
What is Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy's ranking?
Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for: Highest average SAT score.
When is the application deadline for Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy?
The application deadline for Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy is Jan. 15 / Mar. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 15 / Mar. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
In what neighborhood is Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy located?
Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy is located in the North Mountain Village neighborhood of Glendale, AZ. There are 1 other private schools located in North Mountain Village.
School Reviews
5 8/11/2023
An excellent educational experience for highly gifted kids. HYSA has given our child educational opportunities not found anywhere else in this state. The partnership with ASU allows access to professors and college-level research and study that would be impossible for students to obtain otherwise. The size of the school fosters close relationships between students and enables the faculty/staff to know their student population at an intimate level. Our child leaves HYSA not only with the skills to think, analyze, engage, and interact at the elite university level and beyond but also with a fully intact internal drive to do so.
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