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#136 of 225 private schools in AZ

Chrysalis Acad Day School for Children With Autism

School

1250 N 77TH ST, Scottsdale, AZ 85257

Private

Enrollment

35

Student-Teacher

8.8:1

Score

6.0

Grades

UG – UG

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Arizona private schools

#136 of 225

In Scottsdale

#12 of 17

public schools

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Chrysalis Acad Day School for Children With Autism

6.0/10

School in Scottsdale · grades UG – UG. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Ville De Marie Academy

5.9/10

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Yavapai Elementary School

6.9/10

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About Chrysalis Acad Day School for Children With Autism

Chrysalis Acad Day School for Children With Autism is a private school in Scottsdale, AZ. Chrysalis Acad Day School for Children With Autism serves approximately 35 students, and covers grades UG-UG, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Chrysalis Acad Day School for Children With Autism has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #136 of 225 private schools in AZ.

How it comparesOn par with AZ schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • AZ avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 35 students, Chrysalis Acad Day School for Children With Autism is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 8.8:1 students to teachers, Chrysalis Acad Day School for Children With Autism sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Chrysalis Acad Day School for Children With Autism is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Chrysalis Acad Day School for Children With Autism compares to 47 public schools serving similar grades in Scottsdale, AZ

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.8:1
This School
vs
15.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
35
This School
vs
546
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.0
This School
vs
7.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 71.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 11.4% vs 0%
Black 8.6% vs 0%
Asian 2.9% vs 0%
Chrysalis Acad Day School for Children With Autism Scottsdale Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Chrysalis Acad Day School for Children With Autism (this school) 6.0
Yavapai Elementary School 6.9
Scottsdale Online Learning 8.1
Coronado High School 5.7
Hohokam Elementary School 8.8
Tonalea Middle School 5.0
Pima Elementary School 6.9
Hirsch Academy A Challenge Foundation 8.6
Navajo Elementary School 8.3
Echo Canyon K-8 6.8
Mohave Middle School 7.8
Noah Webster Schools-Pima 7.6
Saguaro High School 8.0
Pueblo Elementary School 9.4
Salt River Accelerated Learning Academy 5.3
Salt River Elementary School 8.9
Cochise Elementary School 9.1
Chaparral High School 7.7
Scottsdale Country Day School 9.3
Laguna Elementary School 8.2
Cocopah Middle School 8.2

Showing 20 of 47 schools. View all schools in Scottsdale

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in AZ.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 7.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.4 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 5.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,212.2
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 6.3 / 10
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Diversity Index 44%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C 2.6 / 10
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Enrollment 35
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in AZ

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 71.4%
Hispanic 11.4%
Black 8.6%
Asian 2.9%
Native American 2.9%
Two or More 2.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1250 N 77TH ST, Scottsdale, AZ 85257

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Chrysalis Acad Day School for Children With Autism may also want to explore other schools in the area. Scottsdale Online Learning (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ASU Preparatory Academy Digital (rated 6.8/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Tempe), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, VILLE DE MARIE ACADEMY (rated 5.9/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Scottsdale, see our Scottsdale schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
VILLE DE MARIE ACADEMY Scottsdale 0.3 mi 5.9
Yavapai Elementary School Scottsdale 0.5 mi 6.9
Scottsdale Online Learning Scottsdale 0.7 mi 8.1
Coronado High School Scottsdale 0.9 mi 5.7
Student Choice High School Tempe 1.1 mi 5.3
Cecil Shamley School Tempe 1.2 mi 5.4
Hohokam Elementary School Scottsdale 1.1 mi 8.8
Tonalea Middle School Scottsdale 1.4 mi 5.0
Ombudsman - Charter Northeast Tempe 1.5 mi 4.3
Pima Elementary School Scottsdale 2.0 mi 6.9
OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP CATHOLIC SCHOOL Scottsdale 2.1 mi 6.5
Hirsch Academy A Challenge Foundation Scottsdale 2.3 mi 8.6
ASU Preparatory Academy Digital Tempe 2.7 mi 6.8
Navajo Elementary School Scottsdale 2.9 mi 8.3
New School for the Arts Tempe 3.3 mi 7.6
New School for the Arts Middle School Tempe 3.3 mi 6.1
SLAM Arizona Inc. Las Vegas 3.3 mi 7.5
Flora Thew Elementary School Tempe 3.3 mi 4.7
Echo Canyon K-8 Scottsdale 3.2 mi 6.8
Great Hearts Academies - Veritas Prep Phoenix 3.1 mi 8.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85257 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$79,828

Median Home Value

$453,200

Median Rent

$1,812/mo

Population

29,055

College Educated

46.1%

Homeownership

63.1%

Avg Commute

21.8 min

Poverty Rate

8.8%

Median Age

37.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
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SIERRA ACADEMY OF SCOTTSDALE Scottsdale, AZ 6.2
EMPOWER ACADEMY MVA CAMPUS San Tan Vly, AZ 6.3
KINO LEARNING CENTER Tucson, AZ 5.7
Edkey Inc. - Sequoia Deaf School Mesa, AZ 6.4
MESA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mesa, AZ 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Chrysalis Acad Day School for Children With Autism

What grades does Chrysalis Acad Day School for Children With Autism serve?

Chrysalis Acad Day School for Children With Autism serves students in grades UG through UG.

How many students attend Chrysalis Acad Day School for Children With Autism?

Chrysalis Acad Day School for Children With Autism has an enrollment of approximately 35 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Chrysalis Acad Day School for Children With Autism?

The student-teacher ratio at Chrysalis Acad Day School for Children With Autism is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Chrysalis Acad Day School for Children With Autism rank in AZ?

Chrysalis Acad Day School for Children With Autism ranks #136 of 225 private schools in AZ.

What is Chrysalis Acad Day School for Children With Autism's MySchoolScout rating?

Chrysalis Acad Day School for Children With Autism has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Chrysalis Acad Day School for Children With Autism a private school?

Yes, Chrysalis Acad Day School for Children With Autism is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Chrysalis Acad Day School for Children With Autism a religious school?

No, Chrysalis Acad Day School for Children With Autism is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
73 Very Walkable
Transit Score
44 Some Transit
Bike Score
92 Biker’s Paradise

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
UG – UG
Enrollment
35
Gender Split
77% M / 23% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
4
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
5.8 hours
Days Per Year
209 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Maricopa County

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