Intermountain Academy is a special education school in Tucson serving students with autism grades 1-12 with 10:1 student-teacher ratios
Intermountain Academy is a special education school in Tucson, Arizona dedicated to serving children with autism from 1st through 12th grade. The school recognizes that each student learns differently and is committed to meeting children where they are developmentally, academically, and socially. With a student-to-teacher ratio of 10:1, the academy provides individualized support tailored to each child's strengths, challenges, and goals.
Beyond academics, Intermountain Academy offers a Work Based Learning program designed to help older students build real-world skills and transition toward independence. Some students graduate with competitive employment in the community, while others move on to college or post-secondary programs. The school's approach emphasizes functional life skills, self-advocacy, and preparing each student for the future they envision—whether that's employment, higher education, or supported independent living.
The academy enrolls approximately 100 students in a co-ed, nonsectarian environment with a casual dress code. Tuition is $15,000 annually, with rolling admissions year-round. Located at 401 N Bonita Ave in Tucson, Intermountain Academy can be reached at (520) 232-2900 or via their website at intermountaincenters.org for more information about enrollment and programs.
| School Type | Special Education School |
| Year Founded | 2014 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $15,000 |
| Total Students | 100 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 10 |
| Grades Offered | 1-12 |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 53 |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| School Calendar | intermountaincenters.org/community-services/academy/calendar |