Very Good
#34 of 225 private schools in AZ
Top 15% of private schools
Youth Development Institute
High School
1830 E ROOSEVELT ST, Phoenix, AZ 85006
Enrollment
68
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
7.5
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
68
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
7.5
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Arizona private schools
#34 of 225
In Phoenix
#6 of 44
public schools
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Youth Development Institute
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About Youth Development Institute
Youth Development Institute is a private high school in Phoenix, AZ. Youth Development Institute serves approximately 68 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Youth Development Institute has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #34 of 225 private schools in AZ.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- AZ avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 68 students, Youth Development Institute 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 9.7:1 students to teachers, Youth Development Institute sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Youth Development Institute 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 Youth Development Institute compares to 325 public schools serving similar grades in Phoenix, AZ
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Youth Development Institute (this school) | 7.5 |
| Thomas A Edison School | 6.6 |
| Creighton Virtual Academy | 5.8 |
| Excelencia School | 5.3 |
| Garfield School | 4.7 |
| Whittier Elementary School | 5.3 |
| Augustus H. Shaw Montessori | 9.0 |
| Robert L. Duffy High School | 2.9 |
| ASU Preparatory Academy- Phoenix High School | 7.9 |
| ASU Preparatory Academy - Phoenix Middle School | 5.7 |
| The Creighton Academy | 3.2 |
| Ralph Waldo Emerson Elementary School | 6.2 |
| William T Machan Elementary School | 3.9 |
| Kaizen Education Foundation dba Summit High School | 3.8 |
| Phoenix Union Bioscience High School | 9.0 |
| Wilson Elementary School | 4.5 |
| Genesis Academy | 7.0 |
| Phoenix #1 iAcademy | — |
| Phoenix Union-Wilson College Preparatory | 8.2 |
| North High School | 5.4 |
| Pathways in Education | 5.7 |
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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
1830 E ROOSEVELT ST, Phoenix, AZ 85006
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Youth Development Institute may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ASU Preparatory Academy- Phoenix High School (rated 7.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Genesis Academy (rated 7.0/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Kaizen Education Foundation dba Summit High School (rated 3.8/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85006 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,742
Median Home Value
$376,600
Median Rent
$1,168/mo
Population
22,081
College Educated
26.6%
Homeownership
39.5%
Avg Commute
21.9 min
Poverty Rate
22.6%
Median Age
33.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Pima Vocational High School Tucson, AZ | 7.5 |
| Seligman High School Seligman, AZ | 7.5 |
| Jefferson Preparatory High School Glendale, AZ | 7.6 |
| FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tucson, AZ | 7.3 |
| Mt Graham High School Safford, AZ | 7.7 |
| Northern AZ Academy for Career Dev. - Taylor Taylor, AZ | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Youth Development Institute
What grades does Youth Development Institute serve?
Youth Development Institute serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Youth Development Institute?
Youth Development Institute has an enrollment of approximately 68 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Youth Development Institute?
The student-teacher ratio at Youth Development Institute is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Youth Development Institute rank in AZ?
Youth Development Institute ranks #34 of 225 private schools in AZ.
What is Youth Development Institute's MySchoolScout rating?
Youth Development Institute has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Youth Development Institute a private school?
Yes, Youth Development Institute 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 Youth Development Institute a religious school?
No, Youth Development Institute is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 68
- Gender Split
- 76% M / 24% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 216 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Maricopa County
- Phone
- (602) 256-5350
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