Copper Canyon Academy

Po Box 230, Rimrock, AZ, 86335-0863
Tel: (928)567-1322
Grades: 9 - 12 | 85 students
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Copper Canyon Academy boarding schools for girls in Arizona focuses on all aspects of a student's life. The student focuses on improvement and awareness in five areas: emotional, mental, physical, social, and spiritual. All five areas are essential to the success of the student. When a student takes the steps to develop into a complete, well-rounded person she is on the "trail to success". Students and staff work together to develop a unique blend. Copper Canyon has a community of warmth, respect, mutual cooperation, friendship, leadership, and love. The students and the staff are truly a team. Students have opportunities to develop leadership skills. Each student has the opportunity of leading a community service project; developing budgeting skills; developing a resume; building crafts, etc. Taking part in skill building projects is an everyday occurrence. Students discover who they are and learn to share themselves with the people they come into contact with. Each student learns to confront the past and look forward to the future by following a very proven "Trail to Success". This "Trail to Success" leads each student to develop self-esteem, self-awareness, self-confidence, self-reliance and self-management.

School Overview:
Copper Canyon Academy
School Type Alternative School
School Membership(s) Other special emphasis association(s)
Other school association(s)
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades 9 - 12
Year Founded 1997
Student Body
Total Students 85 students
Student Body Type All-girls
% Students of Color 18% (AZ School Avg.: 33%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 9 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 9:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree 25%
Average Class Size 14 students
Classroom dress code Formal
(Khaki pants/shorts colored shirts/polos)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $82,000
Tuition Notes Tuition is $6600 per month
Acceptance Rate 50%
Admissions Director Shannon Rhoda
Admissions Associate Darren Prince
Sports
Total Sports Offered 4 sports
Sports
Basketball Soccer
Softball Volleyball

School Notes:

  • Copper Canyon Academy boarding schools for girls in Arizona focuses on all aspects of a student's life. The student focuses on improvement and awareness in five areas: emotional, mental, physical, social, and spiritual. All five areas are essential to the success of the student. When a student takes the steps to develop into a complete, well-rounded person she is on the "trail to success". Students and staff work together to develop a unique blend. Copper Canyon has a community of warmth, respect, mutual cooperation, friendship, leadership, and love. The students and the staff are truly a team. Students have opportunities to develop leadership skills. Each student has the opportunity of leading a community service project; developing budgeting skills; developing a resume; building crafts, etc. Taking part in skill building projects is an everyday occurrence. Students discover who they are and learn to share themselves with the people they come into contact with. Each student learns to confront the past and look forward to the future by following a very proven "Trail to Success". This "Trail to Success" leads each student to develop self-esteem, self-awareness, self-confidence, self-reliance and self-management.

Nearby Schools:

Copper Canyon Academy
Gr. 9-12 | 0 mi. away
Camp Verde United Christian School
Gr. K-8 | 9.3 mi. away
Verde Valley School
Gr. 9-12 | 10.6 mi. away
Verde Valley Christian School
Gr. K-7 | 12.9 mi. away

View all schools in: Rimrock, Yavapai County, Zip 86335

School Reviews:

  • Recommended May 18,2013 - We had a great experience with Copper Canyon Academy. Our daughter has done very well since her participation in the program.*-Posted by Parent *
  • Recommended May 14,2013 - Copper Canyon was a huge help to my daughter and to myself and her father. All of us learned some great skills on how to live our lives more peacefully and with more control.*-Posted by Parent *
  • Recommended May 13,2013 - Everyone I have dealt with so far has been very nice, helpful, responsive and very much takes pride in working there. It reaffirms my decision that it''s the right place for my daughter. Thank you for asking.*-Posted by Parent *
  • Recommended May 09,2013 - Thank you for making our first day a positive and comfortable experience. When we left Amy we knew she was in a safe and caring place with staff that would truly care for her. We have been very impressed with everyone we have met and talked with and appreciate all the extra time you have taken to return phone calls, answer questions, and make sure we have all the information we need.*-Posted by Parent *
  • Recommended May 06,2013 - We couldn''t ask for anything better than what we have experienced for the last 3 months our daughter has been here the staff and immediate responses from them is excellent. Thanks.*-Posted by Parent *
  • Recommended April 28,2013 - Everything so far as our daughter has been here for three months, we couldn''t ask for any better communication and support from all of the staff. Thanks.*-Posted by Parent *
  • Recommended April 28,2013 - The students who helped with the campus tour were very mature and informative. The Copper Canyon Academy staffs were experienced and very professional. The staffs put us at ease and were very compassionate. They made us feel a lot better about placing our daughter at Copper Canyon Academy. Thanks!*-Posted by Parent *
  • Recommended April 23,2013 - Copper Canyon was such a perfect fit for my daughter. It provided her with a place to face safely her problems, to learn how to cope with them, and to find herself in terms of her strengths and how to cope with her weaknesses. It saved her life, and this is not an overstatement. Many, many thanks.*-Posted by Parent *
  • Recommended April 14,2013 - I love Copper Canyon Academy. It helped my daughter and I to better communicate and have a relationship.*-Posted by Parent *
  • Recommended April 08,2013 - Our daughter graduated both the therapeutic and high school programs this past Friday (July 29, 2011) and has been back home just a few days but so far all is fantastic. A new level of self-confidence and self-respect as we have never seen before. Copper Canyon Academy truly has saved not just our daughter but our entire family. I will gladly speak on behalf of the program with any caregivers who are trying to make the gutt-renching decision on whether Copper Canyon is for them or not.*-Posted by Parent *
  • Recommended April 04,2013 - I felt very comfortable while Lauris was at Copper Canyon Academy that she was safe, well cared for, and receiving the therapy that she needed. Although it was a very difficult decision to make, sending her away to Copper Canyon Academy, it was the best decision for the whole family. Thank you.*-Posted by Parent *
  • Recommended April 04,2013 - I can only say I am very thankful. Thank you for giving my granddaughter the tools that I could not. Our world is angry and hostile the youth are demonstrating this on all levels, even on each other. I am in constant prayer for her guidance and solid choices which would lead her to success. Thanks to All of You for your help.*-Posted by Parent *
  • Recommended April 02,2013 - Copper Canyon Academy was a godsend to our family. I''m very grateful that it was there to help our daughter and us.*-Posted by Parent *
  • Recommended March 27,2013 - I have found all the staff at Copper Canyon responsive, friendly and competent. I have had a few issues with logistical matters but these have always been resolved. It appears to me that exchange of emails with my daughter is a bit slow. When I answer "meets expectations" that is good --I had high expectations.*-Posted by Parent *
  • Recommended March 25,2013 - Our family''s experience with Copper Canyon Academy exceeded our expectations in all areas. I couldn''t have imagined a staff so completely committed to each and every girl''s personal progress. The people employed at Copper Canyon Academy go above and beyond in terms of academic support, therapeutic support and creating an environment where the girls feel safe to find their direction again. I am so grateful for the staff''s high level of professionalism and genuine concern for our daughter.*-Posted by Parent *
  • Recommended March 24,2013 - It''s a wonderful program. Before Copper Canyon Academy, I had lost touch with my daughter. Now, I have her back and I enjoy spending time with her. That''s worth everything. Her future is bright and happy.*-Posted by Parent *

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