Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked AZ School
School Type: Special Program Emphasis
Grades: 7-12
Enrollment: 117 students
Yearly Tuition: $17,700
Application Deadline: Jan. 18 / Mar. 15 / rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for:

School Facts

School Type

School with Special Program Emphasis

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 7-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy
7	19
8	12
9	23
10	24
11	21
12	18

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Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Gifted

Year Founded

2011

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

117 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

33%

State avg.: 39%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

16 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

7:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

75%

Average SAT score

1380

(Out of 1600)

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Number of AP Courses

1 course

Advanced Courses

A-Level BiologyA-Level English Language

A-Level Global PerspectivesA-Level History

A-Level PhysicsA-Level Psychology

A-Level SociologyA-Level Thinking Skills

AP Calculus BC

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Jan. 18 / Mar. 15 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$17,700

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Tuition Notes

Tuition cost to families after endowment. Additioanl fees are Commitment fee ($550) and Application Fee ($50)

% on Financial Aid

45%

Admissions Director

Jeanne Corbett

Admissions Associate

Mindy Kauppinen

Endowment Size

$20 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

3 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

E-sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

6 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Chess ClubGame Design

Robotics TeamStudent Government

Arts and Music Programs:

International Thespian Society

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Esports Club

School Notes

The Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy is a learning environment designed for highly gifted students in grades 7-12 located on the Arizona State University West campus.
Funded in part by an endowment from the Herberger Family and supported by ASU, the Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy was founded to address the needs of academically and intellectually gifted students in the Phoenix area.
The Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy uses the Cambridge International Examinations curriculum. We offer Advanced-Level courses allowing student to earn college credits by examination before graduating our high school program.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy cost?

Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy's tuition is approximately $17,700 for private students.

What sports does Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy offer?

Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country and E-sports.

What is Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy's ranking?

Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for: Highest average SAT score.

When is the application deadline for Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy?

The application deadline for Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy is Jan. 18 / Mar. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 18 / Mar. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

In what neighborhood is Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy located?

Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy is located in the North Mountain Village neighborhood of Glendale, AZ. There are 1 other private schools located in North Mountain Village.

School Reviews

5 8/11/2023

An excellent educational experience for highly gifted kids. HYSA has given our child educational opportunities not found anywhere else in this state. The partnership with ASU allows access to professors and college-level research and study that would be impossible for students to obtain otherwise. The size of the school fosters close relationships between students and enables the faculty/staff to know their student population at an intimate level. Our child leaves HYSA not only with the skills to think, analyze, engage, and interact at the elite university level and beyond but also with a fully intact internal drive to do so.

- Posted by Parent - HYSA Parent

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