Canyon State Academy

What Canyon State Academy does

Canyon State Academy (CSA) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) residential treatment and accredited educational institution founded in 1948 in Queen Creek, Arizona, approximately 30 miles southeast of Phoenix. CSA serves at-risk adolescent males through an Integrated Care Model that combines residential treatment, Cognia-accredited junior high and high school education, career and technical education with 16 nationally recognized certification tracks, evidence-based clinical services, athletics, and family reintegration programming. The campus includes athletic fields, an equestrian center, an Olympic-sized swimming pool, and The Village commercial district, where students gain real-world work experience in on-site enterprises such as NexGen barbershop, QC Junction cafe, and RePurposed thrift store. CSA reports outcome metrics including 100% graduate placement (employed, enlisted, or enrolled), 2x the national average academic growth in reading and math, and more than 1,500 diplomas and GEDs awarded over a 15-year period.

CSA is operated by Rite of Passage, a national provider of evidence-based therapeutic and educational youth programs with more than 35 years of experience. Revenue is generated through three primary streams: per-pupil payments via Arizona Department of Education voucher approval, placement contracts with school districts (referral line 949-328-6643) and state placing agencies, and tax-credit-eligible donations through the Qualified Foster Care Charitable Organization (QFCO) designation, including Passageway Scholarship Foundation contributions and proceeds from the RePurposed thrift store. The academy maintains regulatory compliance with PREA standards audited by the U.S. Department of Justice and Cognia accreditation for its on-site school. Customer concentration is in Arizona, with service areas spanning Maricopa and Pinal Counties.

The leadership team comprises an Executive Director (Brian Heath), Regional Director (Jason Lane), Program Director (Rachman Crable), and directors overseeing Student Services, Education, Community and Business Development, Compliance, and HR. The board includes community figures such as Glenn Iwata (Board President) and Leah Martineau (Vice Mayor of Queen Creek). No private equity, venture capital, or public ownership stakes were identified; CSA operates under non-profit governance with a focus on community-based fundraising, school district partnerships, and government agency placements.

Name

Canyon State Academy

Legal name

Canyon State Academy

Website

https://canyonstateacademy.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1948

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Canyon State Academy is a non-profit 501(c)(3) residential treatment and accredited educational institution in Queen Creek, Arizona, serving at-risk adolescent males through integrated academic, vocational, clinical, and athletic programming operated by Rite of Passage.

Ownership category

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Product category

Residential Youth Treatment and Therapeutic Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Educational Support Services (611710)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Special Populations ASE (Reentry/Corrections, Homeless, Refugee/Immigrant, Foster/Justice-Involved) (EDAAABAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

College & Career Transition Services (Bridge Programs, Dual Enrollment Pathways) (EDAAABAK), Adult Learner Support Services (Advising, Case Management, Wraparound Supports) (EDAAABAJ), Credit Recovery & Alternative Adult High School (EDAAABAC)

Keywords

• Residential youth treatment
• At-risk youth education
• Therapeutic boarding school
• Career technical education
• Vocational certification training

Headquarters

HQ city

Queen Creek

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations and Tax Credit Contributions: Tax-deductible donations from individuals and organizations. Canyon State Academy qualifies as a Qualified Foster Care Charitable Organization (QFCO) for Arizona state tax credit donations. Donors can claim up to $618 (single) or $1,234 (married filing jointly) as dollar-for-dollar tax credit.
2. Educational Services Revenue: Funding from school district referrals for educational services provided to at-risk youth. The school is approved by Arizona Department of Education as a voucher school.
3. Passageway Scholarships: Designated donations to Passageway Scholarship Foundation supporting alumni's higher education tuition and fees at colleges, trade schools, or universities.
4. Thrift Store Proceeds: RePurposed thrift store in The Village at Canyon State sells donated items with proceeds supporting students.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Canyon State Academy provides residential treatment combined with Cognia-accredited junior high and high school education for at-risk adolescent males at its Queen Creek, Arizona campus. The academy's Integrated Care Model integrates evidence-based therapeutic services (nine modalities including ART, T4C, Seeking Safety), career/technical education with 16 vocational tracks and nationally recognized certifications, athletics and extracurricular activities, family engagement services, and individually prescribed transition planning. Students earn Arizona high school diplomas or GEDs while gaining vocational credentials such as barbering licenses, ASE certifications, NCCER certifications, ServSafe, A+ Certification, and CPR/First Aid & OSHA certificates.

Product overview

Canyon State Academy is a non-profit 501(c)(3) residential treatment and educational institution for at-risk youth offering an Integrated Care Model framework. The organization operates as a unified program combining accredited junior high and high school education (Cognia-accredited, Arizona Department of Education approved), Career Technical Education with 16 vocational tracks and nationally recognized certifications, evidence-based clinical treatment services, residential facilities, athletics and extracurricular activities, and comprehensive family and transition services. The core offerings include the Accredited Education Program providing high school diplomas and GEDs, Career Technical Education (CTE) offering certifications like A+, ASE, NCCER, and barbering licenses, and Clinical Services featuring nine evidence-based therapies. Supporting programs include Athletics/Extracurricular Activities using campus facilities (gymnasium, swimming pool, equestrian center), Family Services for engagement, Transition Services for community reintegration, Health & Wellness programs, and Community Partnerships. Operated by Rite of Passage since 2000.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Accredited Education Program Cognia-accredited junior high and high school program providing a normalized educational experience with year-round enrollment, meeting Arizona Department of Education standards. Offers basic skills remediation, GED preparation, full high school diploma, and special education services for at-risk adolescent males.
• Career Technical Education (CTE) Vocational and career/technical training program offering nationally recognized certifications including A+ Certification, ASE Certification, NCCER certifications, ServSafe certification, OSHA, CPR/First Aid, and Arizona barbering licenses. Training areas include automation/robotics, automotive technology, construction technologies, culinary arts, equestrian science, graphic arts, hospitality management, lifeguard training, media productions, personal training, pool maintenance, safety technologies, and welding.
• Clinical Services and Treatment Evidence-based therapeutic treatment services delivered within a strengths-based, cognitive-behavioral and trauma-responsive environment by qualified clinical staff. Includes nine evidence-based individual and group therapies such as Aggression Replacement Training (ART), Thinking for a Change (T4C), Seeking Safety, UC Substance Abuse, and Restorative Solutions, with individualized treatment plans based on comprehensive assessments.
• Residential Treatment Program Comprehensive residential treatment providing a normalized high school experience with on-campus living facilities, 24-hour supportive staff, and the Integrated Care Model framework. Prepares students for successful return to community through structured therapeutic, academic, vocational, and wellness activities.
• Athletics and Extracurricular Activities Athletic program with state-of-the-art facilities including football field, baseball field, full-court gymnasium, Olympic-sized swimming pool, track and field stadium, equestrian center and ranch. Offers sanctioned CAA teams competing against other area high schools, intramural sports, and special events including Homecoming and Proms. Student clubs include chess club, Boy Scouts, and Robotics Club.
• Family Services Family engagement and support services including Active Parenting classes, video conferencing for distant family members, parent-teacher conferences, graduations, and VALIDATE ceremonies. Provides transportation and phone cards to facilitate family participation in treatment.
• Transition Services Individually prescribed transition planning to support students in leading productive lives upon returning to the community. Includes assistance with education placement, family/relational supports, employment preparation, behavioral health connections, recreational activities, spiritual/cultural support, and medical/dental follow-up.
• Health and Wellness Program Wellness-focused curriculum offering CPR/First Aid and OSHA certifications, wellness activities, and integrated anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology instruction for personal training certification.
• Community Partnerships Program Collaborative partnerships with community entities including Boy Scouts of America, Kiwanis Club, Special Olympics, American Legion, Sun Valley Community Church, and other organizations providing volunteer opportunities, mentorship, and community service experiences for students.
• RePurposed Thrift Boutique Thrift store located in The Village at Canyon State selling donated clothing and household items, with all proceeds supporting students at CSA. Contact (480) 987-2005.
• Passageway Scholarship Program Designated donations to Passageway Scholarship Foundation support CSA alumni's higher education tuition and fees at colleges, trade schools, or universities.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% of graduates are employed, enlisted, or enrolled
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

24 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Sun Valley Community ChurchcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partner invested in CSA's mission offering real-life opportunities for youth. Provides volunteer support, youth groups through Sun Valley Community Church for junior high students, and has been teaching morals and ethics to students since 1984.
• Special Olympics of ArizonacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCSA has performed thousands of volunteer hours including hosting Special Olympics events. Partnership develops leadership, teamwork and communication skills.
• American Cancer Society Relay for LifeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCSA students participate in Relay for Life events, contributing thousands of volunteer hours to communities in Maricopa and Pinal Counties.
• Boys and Girls ClubscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partner providing resources and opportunities for youth development and community building.
• Boy Scouts of AmericacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCSA students participate in Boy Scouts developing practical skills, teamwork and cooperation through the program.
• Town of Queen CreekcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMunicipal partner invested in CSA's mission. Board member Leah Martineau serves as Vice Mayor of Queen Creek.
• Greater Hands on PhoenixminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partner providing volunteer opportunities for CSA students to learn new skills and give back.
• Experience Matters ArizonaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partner invested in CSA's mission offering real-life opportunities for youth.
• Queen Creek Fire DepartmentminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partner providing resources and opportunities for youth engagement and community building.
• CogniacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCSA's on-site school is accredited by Cognia (formerly AdvancED), supporting educational quality standards.
• Arizona Department of EducationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCSA is supported by Arizona Department of Education as a voucher school. Curriculum meets state education standards.
• Rite of PassagecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerParent organization operating CSA. Leading National provider of evidence-based therapeutic and educational programs for youth with over 35 years of experience. Developed the Integrated Care Model framework.
• Passageway Scholarship FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerScholarship foundation where donations pay for CSA alumni's higher education tuition and fees at colleges, trade schools, or universities.
• NexGen BarbershopminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerOn-site training center providing real-world work experience in barbering field. Part of School-Based Training Center.
• QC Junction CafeminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerOn-site training center providing real-world work experience in culinary arts, retail, and hospitality. Part of School-Based Training Center open to the public.
• RePurposed Thrift BoutiqueminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerThrift store in The Village at Canyon State selling donated items. All proceeds support students at CSA. Contact (480) 987-2005.
• Our Lady of Guadalupe Food PantryminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partner; CSA has performed thousands of volunteer hours including food drives for food pantries.
• Hoofbeats with HeartminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partner supporting CSA's equestrian program and therapeutic riding activities.
• Grand Canyon State GamesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partner providing athletic competition opportunities for CSA students.
• Kiwanis ClubminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity service organization partner supporting CSA's mission and youth development programs.
• CAA (Canyon Athletics Association)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCAA sanction provides athletic teams competing against other area high schools in the normalized high school experience.
• Therapy FarmminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partner supporting therapeutic activities through farm animal interactions.
• American LegionminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerVeterans organization partner supporting CSA's community engagement and leadership programs.
• AFFCFminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partner invested in CSA's mission offering opportunities for youth.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves1 record

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Three Springs: Multi-state operator of residential treatment programs for adolescents with behavioral and mental-health needs, with school-district and state-agency referral channels analogous to CSA's placement model.
• Crossroads Programs: Non-profit providing residential treatment, group homes, and educational services for at-risk youth in multiple states; comparable referral-driven model serving state placing agencies.
• Sequel Youth and Family Services: National provider of residential treatment, behavioral health, and specialized education for at-risk and justice-involved youth, serving state agencies and school districts across multiple states; directly comparable in referral-driven residential youth services.
• Rite of Passage: Parent organization and operator of Canyon State Academy. Rite of Passage runs multiple residential treatment and educational campuses for at-risk youth nationwide, making it the closest operating peer and the strategic decision-maker for CSA's program.
• White River Academy: Therapeutic residential school for adolescent males with behavioral and emotional challenges, offering accredited academics and family services; mirrors CSA's single-gender adolescent-male residential treatment niche.
• National Youth Advocate Program (NYAP): Non-profit serving at-risk and foster youth through residential, community-based, and educational programs across multiple states; comparable funding mix of government contracts and donor support.

Broad incumbents

• Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health: Large non-profit behavioral health organization operating residential and community-based programs for children and adolescents nationally; a broader incumbent with overlapping at-risk-youth residential services and accredited school components.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/CanyonStateAcademy

Compliance2 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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