Autism Academy For Education And Development in Glendale, AZ enrolls 95 students in grades 5 through 12 in a nonsectarian program within a suburban community.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 12:1 supported by 8 teachers, serving a diverse student body with 44.71% students of color.
This special education private school offers co–educational services tailored to middle and high school grade levels.
Located in a large suburb of Glendale, the academy provides specialized programming for students in grades 5 to 12.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 95 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
95 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
45%
State avg.: 38%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Autism Academy For Education And Development?
The application deadline for Autism Academy For Education And Development is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Autism Academy For Education And Development is Life Development Institute (1.3 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Spirit Of Hope Montessori School (1.7 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Tutor Time Child Care Learning Center (1.6 miles away)
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Quick Facts
Life Development Institute
Special Education School
18001 N 79th Ave Ste B42
Glendale, AZ 85308
(623) 773-2774
Glendale, AZ 85308
(623) 773-2774
1.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 31 students Tuition listed
Tutor Time Child Care Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
5550 W Bell Road
Glendale, AZ 85308
(602) 504-1510
Glendale, AZ 85308
(602) 504-1510
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 93 students
14403 N 75th Avenue
Peoria, AZ 85381
(623) 334-9171
Peoria, AZ 85381
(623) 334-9171
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-1 | 25 students Avg. class size: 25 students Tuition listed
Zion's Daycare & Learning Center
Alternative School (Christian)
7643 W Acoma Dr
Peoria, AZ 85381
(623) 878-4203
Peoria, AZ 85381
(623) 878-4203
1.7 miles
Gr: K-2 | 15 students
20195 N 67th Avenue
Glendale, AZ 85308
(623) 561-6454
Glendale, AZ 85308
(623) 561-6454
1.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 36 students
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