Valley Of The Sun School

Valley Of The Sun School serves over 150 people in nine different programs.
Each site has 15-20 people who are selected according to abilities and interests.
Each program has a supervisor and staff, ranging from a 1:2 to 1:4 staff-to-participant ratio, based on the collective area's needs.
The program is designed to enhance existing independent living skills, communication, academics, interpersonal relationships, community awareness and vocational readiness.
A variety of activities and experiences are offered toward this pursuit.
Each person may choose which they prefer to attend. Formal objectives are agreed upon by an interdisciplinary team which convenes, at a minimum, annually.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
12 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
42%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • Valley Of The Sun School serves over 150 people in nine different programs. Each site has 15-20 people who are selected according to abilities and interests. Each program has a supervisor and staff, ranging from a 1:2 to 1:4 staff-to-participant ratio, based on the collective area's needs. The program is designed to enhance existing independent living skills, communication, academics, interpersonal relationships, community awareness and vocational readiness. A variety of activities and experiences are offered toward this pursuit. Each person may choose which they prefer to attend. Formal objectives are agreed upon by an interdisciplinary team which convenes, at a minimum, annually.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Valley Of The Sun School?
The application deadline for Valley Of The Sun School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Valley Of The Sun School located?
Valley Of The Sun School is located in the Garden Park Enterprises neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Phoenix, AZ is $14,130 for elementary schools and $17,939 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Phoenix, AZ is 87% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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