Gompers Private School
Gompers 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) 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 (2022)
- Top Ranked AZ School
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 1-12
- Students: 24 students
- Average class size: 8 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Rankings
Gompers Private School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
multiple disabilities including: Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and Intellectual Disabilities
Year Founded
1947
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
24 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
64%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
8 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Travis Harris
School Notes
- Gompers has been devoted to serving adults and children with disabilities in the Arizona community since 1947. Gompers mission is to empower and advocate for adults and children with disabilities in an environment of compassion, dignity and respect. Gompers 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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