The Aces-tempe (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked AZ School
School Type: Special Education School
Grades: Kindergarten-12
Enrollment: 132 students
Acceptance rate: 33%
Average class size: 9 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

The Aces-tempe ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for:

School Facts

School Type

Special Education School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	The Aces-tempe
Kind	2
1	5
2	7
3	4
4	8
5	13
6	11
7	22
8	22
9	15
10	12
11	8
12	3

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

A; DD; ED/ED-P; MD; MDSSI, MIID, MOID, SID, OI, OHI, PSD, SLD, SLI, TB

Year Founded

1995

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

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School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

132 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

62%

State avg.: 39%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

16 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

8:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

9 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Acceptance Rate

33%

National avg.: 82%

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

The ACES is a state certified special education school for kindergarten through 12th grade special needs students ranging in age from 5 to 21.
The ACES has been established to provide an environment in which the pursuit of instructional effectiveness and learning is valued for emotionally disabled, specific learning disabled, and other categories of special needs students.

The mission and philosophy upon which the instructional principles of The ACES are based have been developed by a multi-disciplinary team consisting of educators and behavioral health professionals representing a variety of specialties. The final product of these planning efforts is a highly organized program, which modifies inappropriate behaviors and develops academic skills through precise structure and individualized educational programming.At The ACES, We- accept responsibility, communicate politely, cooperate willingly, act safely, respect boundaries, and achieve our goals!

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of The Aces-tempe?

The acceptance rate of The Aces-tempe is 33%, which is lower than the national average of 87%. The Aces-tempe's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Arizona with low acceptance rates.

Does The Aces-tempe offer a summer program?

Yes, The Aces-tempe offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What is The Aces-tempe's ranking?

The Aces-tempe ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for: Lowest average acceptance rates.

When is the application deadline for The Aces-tempe?

The application deadline for The Aces-tempe is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

5 4/15/2016

I love The ACES because they are a school that always offers choices, time, and space for the students. I love that everyone on campus does everything they can to make the students not only feel welcomed, but try different strategies to help the students comprehend their school work. I recommend this school to all parents and students for creating an exceptional school where every student is number one!

- Posted by Teacher - andri

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