Youth Development Institute serves 85 students in grades 7-12, is a member of the Other school association(s).
The student:teacher of Youth Development Institute is 12:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 85 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Year Founded
1996
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
9 acres
Student Body
Total Students
85 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
55%
State avg.: 38%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Youth Development Institute?
The application deadline for Youth Development Institute is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Youth Development Institute located?
Youth Development Institute is located in the Central City neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 1 other private schools located in Central City.
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The nearest elementary school is St. Agnes Catholic School (0.9 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Phoenix Christian School Pk-8 (1.4 miles away)
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