Canyon State Academy

20061 E Rittenhouse Road, Queen Creek, AZ, 85242-0852 - View a map of this schoolMap

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Canyon State Academy provides an environment where all youth feel safe, learning thrives, and accountability for behavior is a source of pride. We believe that changing behavior first requires an atmosphere of trust and safety and that all student needs are met. This is why Rite of Passage’s facilities are licensed, accredited and meet the highest standards and requirements of our industry. Canyon State Academy is administered as a cognitive-behavioral, strengths-based program, utilizing a restorative justice approach. Rite of Passage staff provides a model for group living through demonstrating respect, tolerance, and the giving and receiving of feedback. Students are required to meet high standards of academic, vocational, behavioral and athletic accomplishments. Canyon State Academy is home for troubled boys who need opportunities for treatment and skills development that will change the direction of their lives....

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School Overview:

Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades 5 - 12
County Maricopa County, AZ
Student Body
Total Students 215 students
Student Body Type All-boys
% Students of Color 57% 32%
Students by Grade
Grade 6 - 7 students
Grade 7 - 13 students
Grade 8 - 4 students
Grade 9 - 73 students
Grade 10 - 48 students
Grade 11 - 50 students
Grade 12 - 20 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers n/a
Teacher : Student Ratio n/a * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year 250 days 180 days
Hours in School Day for Students 8 hours 7 hours

School Notes:

  • Canyon State Academy provides an environment where all youth feel safe, learning thrives, and accountability for behavior is a source of pride. We believe that changing behavior first requires an atmosphere of trust and safety and that all student needs are met. This is why Rite of Passage’s facilities are licensed, accredited and meet the highest standards and requirements of our industry. Canyon State Academy is administered as a cognitive-behavioral, strengths-based program, utilizing a restorative justice approach. Rite of Passage staff provides a model for group living through demonstrating respect, tolerance, and the giving and receiving of feedback. Students are required to meet high standards of academic, vocational, behavioral and athletic accomplishments. Canyon State Academy is home for troubled boys who need opportunities for treatment and skills development that will change the direction of their lives.
  • Profile last updated: 01/21/2009

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About This Zipcode (85242)
Population (Approximate) 13,273 people 5,130,874 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree 20% 25%
Population Average Age 31 years old 34 years old
Average Household size 3.3 persons 2.4 persons
Median Household Income $50,687 $44,677
Avg. # of Rooms in Household 5.6 rooms 5.0 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure 15 years old 29 years old
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% Owning / % Renting 89% / 11% 62% / 38%

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