Autism Academy Of Education And Development in Tempe, AZ serves 150 co–ed students from kindergarten through 12th grade in a nonsectarian, suburban setting.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 8:1 with 20 teachers supporting its special education program.
Approximately 44% of the student body represents diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds.
This Tempe special education school is part of the larger community of nearby private schools offering K–12 programs, including Pathways School and Lumos Arts Academy.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 150 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Student Body
Total Students
150 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
44%
State avg.: 38%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Autism Academy Of Education And Development often compared to?
Autism Academy Of Education And Development is often viewed alongside schools like Pathways School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Autism Academy Of Education And Development?
The application deadline for Autism Academy Of Education And Development is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Autism Academy Of Education And Development vs. Pathways School
The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to Autism Academy Of Education And Development is Life - Lauren's Institute For Education (0.9 miles away)
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Quick Facts
Life - Lauren's Institute For Education
Special Education School
1305 S Gilbert Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 621-8361
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 621-8361
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 166 students
Gateway Baptist Academy
(Baptist)
2175 S Gilbert Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85295
(480) 857-0455
Gilbert, AZ 85295
(480) 857-0455
1.2 miles
Gr: K-12 | 42 students
1040 S. Gilbert Rd., #200
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 699-1215
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 699-1215
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 4,019 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition listed
Cenpatico Schools
Special Education School
290 S Cooper Rd
Chandler, AZ 85225
(480) 812-7169
Chandler, AZ 85225
(480) 812-7169
1.4 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 45 students
Sierra School Gilbert
Special Education School
875 S Cooper Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 456-0942
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 456-0942
1.7 miles
Gr: K-12 | 24 students Avg. class size: 15 students
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