School Overview
American Leadership Academy (ALA) – Higley is a K-12 tuition-free public charter school located in Chandler, Arizona. Founded on the principles of patriotism, leadership, and rigorous academics, the school emphasizes a structured learning environment that integrates traditional values with a focus on student character development. Its curriculum is designed to prepare students for higher education through a balanced approach that combines core academic subjects with opportunities for extracurricular involvement, including athletics, performing arts, and various student clubs.

The Higley campus is known for fostering a strong sense of community and partnership between parents, students, and faculty. By maintaining a smaller, community-focused feel despite its comprehensive K-12 offerings, the school seeks to provide individualized attention that helps students reach their academic potential. Whether through its focus on leadership training or its emphasis on a "moral" education, ALA Higley aims to produce well-rounded citizens who are not only prepared for college and careers but are also equipped with the integrity and discipline needed to succeed in their future endeavors.
396
Total Students
35.5
Full-Time Teachers
11.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for American Leadership Academy Gilbert South K-6
Demographic Student Count
White203
Hispanic106
Black35
Asian14
Two or More32
American Indian4
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    203 (51.3%)
  • Hispanic
    106 (26.8%)
  • Black
    35 (8.8%)
  • Two or More
    32 (8.1%)
  • Asian
    14 (3.5%)
  • American Indian
    4 (1.0%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.5%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: American Leadership Academy Inc. (4348)
Phone: (480)420-2101
Website: http://www.alaschools.org/arizona/az-schools/gilbert-south-k-6
Grade Range: K - 6th
Total Students: 396
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 35.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.2
NSLP Participation:1 No
Qualified Free Lunch: N/A
Qualified Reduced Lunch: N/A
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 75
Grade 1 59
Grade 2 59
Grade 3 49
Grade 4 60
Grade 5 54
Grade 6 40

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for American Leadership Academy Gilbert South K-6
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten75
Grade 159
Grade 259
Grade 349
Grade 460
Grade 554
Grade 640
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for American Leadership Academy Gilbert South K-6
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female19048%
Male20652%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)