The Jericho School For Children With Autism

1351 Sprinkle Drive, Jacksonville, FL, 32211-0322
Tel: (904)744-5110
Grades: PK - 12 | 20 students
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The Jericho School is a private non-profit school in Jacksonville, Florida for children with autism and other developmental disabilities. The Jericho School provides comprehensive individualized instruction that is based on the science of Applied Behavior Analysis and B.F. Skinner's analysis of Verbal Behavior.  The Jericho School provides a science-based curriculum. Although we specialize in the acquisition of language and communication skills we also provide instruction for a great deal of academic, pre-academic, independent functioning and socialization skill areas. The Jericho School has a continuum of services that are offered in efforts to tailor our programs for each individual student and to be able to serve more children and families.

School Overview:
The Jericho School For Children With Autism
School Type Special Education School
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades Prekindergarten - 12
Learning Difference Programs Yes
Learning Programs Supported Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities
Year Founded 1995
Student Body
Total Students 20 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 20% (FL School Avg.: 34%)
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 10 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 2:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
Average Class Size 4 students
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Tuition Notes Tuition ranges depending on the classroom ratio and services required.
Admissions Director Angelo Martinez

School Notes:

  • The Jericho School is the longest serving school for children with autism in the state of Florida that utilizes Applied Behavior Analysis and Verbal Behavior. Our supervisory staff combined has over 35 years of experience in Applied Behavior Analysis and Education. The Jericho School has a 5 out of 5 star rating according to greatschools.org. As a non-profit organization The Jericho School is dedicated to providing the highest quality of services and is always committed to Progress over Profits.

    • Profile last updated: 01/22/2013

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    posted on May 10, 2012 at 05:26:47 pm
    In 1995, a group of Jacksonville-area parents and business leaders saw the need for a school for children with autism and created The Jericho School. At the time, the school was one of only a few in the country to provide a science-based curriculum utilizing applied behavior analysis, which includes positive reinforcement and is now widely recognized as a safe and effective treatment for autism. Executive Director Angelo Martinez, at the helm for 12 years, said results can be slow, but are “tremendous” to watch. “These children are here for a reason. If it weren’t for this school, it’s hard to say where they would go,” he said. “It is pretty rewarding, very challenging ...

Nearby Schools:

The Jericho School For Children With Autism
Gr. PK-12 | 0 mi. away
Harvest Christian Academy
Gr. 1-12 | 0.4 mi. away
Arlington Academy Of Excellence
Gr. 2-8 | 0.4 mi. away
Christ The King Catholic School
Gr. PK-8 | 0.5 mi. away
Arlington Kindergarten
Gr. K | 0.6 mi. away
Morning Star School
Gr. PK | 0.6 mi. away

View all schools in: Jacksonville, Duval County, Zip 32211

School Reviews:

  • Recommended January 31,2013 - Jericho is Fabulous!!! Their SCIENCE BASED PROVEN TO WORK educational programs have been the basis for my low functioning Autistic daughter becoming a productive citizen. She is a joy to be around and is extremely happy. Because of Jericho she is able to participate in all family activities and she continues to make meaningful and measurable progress everyday. Feel free to contact me 904 662 7757 for for information about how fabulous Liz has done or if you want info about maximizing Florida Mckay Scholarship Funding. Jericho Rocks!! Respectfully., Lauralyn Popp RN., BSN.*-Posted by Parent *
  • Recommended January 31,2013 - The staff and teachers really care about the students and work hard to make sure the students get the most out of the school day.*-Posted by Parent *

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