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#106 of 225 private schools in AZ
Top 47% of private schools
Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy
High School
4701 W THUNDERBIRD RD, Glendale, AZ 85306
Enrollment
105
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
6.4
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
105
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
6.4
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Arizona private schools
#106 of 225
In Glendale
#5 of 9
public schools
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About Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy
Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy is a private high school in Glendale, AZ. Gary K.
Herberger Young Scholars Academy serves approximately 105 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #106 of 225 private schools in AZ.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- AZ avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 105 students, Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy 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 9.9:1 students to teachers, Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy 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
BetaHow Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy compares to 82 public schools serving similar grades in Glendale, AZ
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy (this school) | 6.4 |
| Sweetwater School | 6.9 |
| Kachina Elementary School | 4.7 |
| Marshall Ranch Elementary School | 5.2 |
| Arroyo Elementary School | 7.5 |
| Desert Palms Elementary School | 4.2 |
| Ironwood High School | 6.7 |
| Desert Valley Elementary School | 5.5 |
| Canyon Elementary School | 7.7 |
| Sunflower School | — |
| Intelli-School Glendale | 5.8 |
| Pioneer Elementary School | 6.2 |
| Desert Heights Charter School | 6.8 |
| Heritage School | 5.0 |
| Cactus High School | 6.5 |
| Legacy Traditional School - Glendale | 8.2 |
| Foothills Elementary School | 4.5 |
| Ombudsman Online Academy | 3.7 |
| Copperwood School | 7.4 |
| Sahuaro Ranch Elementary School | 5.2 |
| ThrivePoint Online High School | 4.2 |
Showing 20 of 82 schools. View all schools in Glendale
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
4701 W THUNDERBIRD RD, Glendale, AZ 85306
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Greenway High School (rated 7.1/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Moon Valley High School (rated 6.7/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Ironwood High School (rated 6.7/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Glendale, see our Glendale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sweetwater School Glendale | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Sunburst School Glendale | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| SUNRISE MONTESSORI SCHOOL SOUTH Glendale | 0.6 mi | — |
| Kachina Elementary School Glendale | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Peoria eCampus Peoria | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| EMMAUS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Phoenix | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Arroyo Elementary School Glendale | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Chaparral Elementary School Phoenix | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Marshall Ranch Elementary School Glendale | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Tumbleweed Elementary School Phoenix | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Ironwood Elementary School Phoenix | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Desert Palms Elementary School Glendale | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| West-MEC - Greenway High School Phoenix | 1.6 mi | — |
| Greenway High School Phoenix | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| West-MEC - Moon Valley High School Phoenix | 1.5 mi | — |
| Moon Valley High School Phoenix | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Ironwood High School Glendale | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Abraham Lincoln Traditional School Phoenix | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Canyon Elementary School Glendale | 2.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Sunflower School Glendale | 2.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85306 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,060
Median Home Value
$342,000
Median Rent
$1,666/mo
Population
24,696
College Educated
24.4%
Homeownership
66.8%
Avg Commute
27.5 min
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Median Age
37.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy
What grades does Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy serve?
Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy?
Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy has an enrollment of approximately 105 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy rank in AZ?
Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy ranks #106 of 225 private schools in AZ.
What is Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy a private school?
Yes, Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy 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 Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy a religious school?
No, Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 105
- Gender Split
- 57% M / 43% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 171 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Maricopa County
- Phone
- (480) 727-8550
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