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Small District. Big Heart. Endless Opportunities.
When families choose a home, they’re also choosing a future. AJUSD makes your listings stronger by offering the kind of schools buyers dream about.
Why AJUSD Helps You Sell
• Schools Sell Homes → Families move for schools first.
• Personal Connections → Our smaller size means kids are known by name and families feel at home.
• Endless Opportunities → From STEM and Dual Language to Arts, Athletics, and Leadership, there’s a program for every child.
• Generations Return → Parents who grew up in AJUSD come back—proof of lasting community trust.
AJUSD at a Glance
Our Schools:
4 Elementary Schools
- Desert Vista Elementary
- Four Peaks Elementary
- Peralta Trail Elementary
- The Classical Academy at Superstition Mountain
1 Junior High
- Cactus Canyon Junior High
1 High School
- Apache Junction High School
1 Early Learning Center Preschool with day care
- The Early Learning Center
Our Premier Programs:
- GenTech STEM at all elementary schools + CCJH
- Classical Academy at Superstition Mountain
- Dual Language Academy
- Desert Vista Leadership Academy
- Career & Technical Education pathways + competitive Athletics at AJHS
Map and Boundaries
See exactly where our schools are located.
Quick Tools
FAQs
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Q: If a family moves mid-year, can their child stay at the same school?
A: Yes. Students may remain for the rest of the year through open enrollment, space permitting.
Q: What happens if a grade level is full?
A: Families are offered the nearest school with space, or they can join a short waitlist. We contact them as soon as a seat opens.
Q: Can a family enroll before they physically move in?
A: Yes — purchase contract or signed lease is sufficient.
Q: Do siblings get priority in open enrollment?
A: Yes. Siblings of current students are prioritized whenever possible.
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Q: Which schools have STEM or technology emphasis?
A: GenTech/STEM is available at all elementary campuses and at Cactus Canyon Junior High. Peralta Trail is a STEM-focused Elementary School.
Q: Which campuses focus on leadership or character development?
A: Desert Vista Elementary is a dedicated Leadership Academy.
Q: Is dual language immersion limited to certain grade levels?
A: Currently dual language is at Four Peaks Elementary in K-1. Next year it is set to expand to 2nd grade.
Q: Are gifted or accelerated learners supported?
A: Yes. Students are screened and placed in advanced or enrichment pathways when appropriate.
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Q: Are class sizes smaller than surrounding districts?
A: Yes. Our small-district size typically means tighter student-to-teacher ratios and more personalization.
Q: Is there a dress code or uniform?
A: Only the Early Learning Center and Classical Academy require uniforms, however all schools follow a student dress code to promote a safe and respectful environment.
Q: What about sports and extracurriculars?
A: Our elementaries have sports programs, and students can continue through high school athletics, arts, and clubs.
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Q: Is bus service available to open-enrollment students?
A: It is space-dependent and stop-dependent. If open seats exist, transportation may be available.
Q: Are there preschool options?
A: Yes. The Early Learning Center offers Kickstart to Kindergarten, Before School Care, Toddler Care, and Developmental Preschool.
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Q: What if a family is still house-hunting but wants to secure a school seat?
A: They may apply for open enrollment while finalizing their move. Documentation is verified at registration.
Q: How fast can new students be placed?
A: Usually within a few days of receiving records.
Q: How does AJUSD support kids switching districts after a move?
A: Principals and counselors provide transition support and acclimation planning.