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Autism Academy For Education & Development

5.00 (1 review)

7541 S Willow Dr Tempe, AZ 85283

Tel: (480) 525-6197

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Quick Facts (26-27)

School Type: Special Education School
Grades: 6-12
Enrollment: 165 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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About the School

Autism Academy For Education & Development in Tempe, AZ serves co–ed students in grades 6 through 12 within a nonsectarian, city–based setting in the South Tempe neighborhood.
Founded in 2013, the special education school enrolls 165 students with a student–teacher ratio of 12:1 supported by 14 teachers.
The student body at this midsize city school reflects racial and ethnic diversity, with 43.97% students of color.
The school ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for school resources based on endowment size.

Quick Facts (26-27)

School Type: Special Education School
Grades: 6-12
Enrollment: 165 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Facts

School Type

Special Education School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 6-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Autism Academy For Education & Development
5	48
6	1
7	6
8	23
9	24
10	10
11	26
12	27

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Year Founded

2013

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School Motto

'Kids First In Every Decision'

Student Body

Total Students

165 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

44%

State avg.: 39%

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Total Classroom Teachers

14 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

12:1

National avg.: 11:1

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Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Application URL

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Autism Academy For Education & Development?

The application deadline for Autism Academy For Education & Development is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Autism Academy For Education & Development located?

Autism Academy For Education & Development is located in the South Tempe neighborhood of Tempe, AZ. There are 5 other private schools located in South Tempe.

School Reviews

5 2/16/2024

This school is a gem in the desert, the staff is amazing with the kids and the curriculum is designed perfectly for my son.

- Posted by Parent - Sammy Lian

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