Gompers Private School
- Gompers Center has been devoted to serving adults and children with disabilities in the Arizona community since 1947.
- Gompers Private School (GPS) provides a customized academic and life skill education for children with multiple disabilities including: Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), Emotional Disabilities and Intellectual Disabilities. Our instructional program uses research based instructional methods, supported by Assistive Technology and community based instruction, and offers the potential for post-graduation transition into employment training or a Day Training for Adults program.vocational, therapeutic and dental programs and services.
- Our mission is to meet the needs of adults and children with disabilities in our community.
Quick Stats (2018-19)
- Grades: 1-12
- Students: 24 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
School Overview
| School Type | Special Education School |
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Association of Private Special Education Centers |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
| Grades Offered | Grades 1-12 |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Learning Programs Supported | multiple disabilities including: Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), Emotional Disabilities and Intellectual Disabilities |
Student Body
| Total Students | 24 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 64% State avg.: 38% |
| Students by Grade |  |
Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 3 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 8:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Admissions Director | Travis Harris |
School Notes
- Gompers Center has been devoted to serving adults and children with disabilities in the Arizona community since 1947. Gompers Centers mission is to empower and advocate for adults and children with disabilities in an environment of compassion, dignity and respect. Gompers Center promotes and maximizes individual potential through a full range of exceptional education, social integration, vocational, therapeutic and dental programs and services. Our mission is to meet the needs of adults and children with disabilities in our community.
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