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Devereux School

8000 Devereux Drive
Melbourne, FL 32940

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Tel: (321) 242-9100

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Devereux Santa Barbara's Adult Residential school Program provides a wide range of programs, from intensive, highly structured services, to programs which promote increasing independence.

The primary goal of the adult residential program is to maximize the independent functioning of each resident to the highest level possible though the development of social and daily living skills.

Residential settings include Supported Living Services in their own residences, off-campus for independent living.

Stimulating and productive recreational and instructional activities are provided in both community and home settings.

Devereux Santa Barbara's Adult Residential Program serves adults who have the diagnosis of a developmental disability and/or a psychological disorder.

Each of the adult residential programs is briefly described below.

The Devereux Early Childhood Assessment A Measure of Within-Child Protective Factors in Preschool Children The Devereux Early Childhood Assessment or DECA is a nationally normed assessment of within-child protective factors in preschool children aged two to five.

Based on resilience theory, this comprehensive system is made up of a 5-step system designed to support early childhood teachers, mental health professionals, and parents in their goal of helping children develop healthy social/emotional skills and reduce challenging behaviors.

Partnerships with families allow children to see the important adults in their lives working together to support their development.

The Devereux mission is to change lives and nurture human potential.

We inspire hope, ensure well-being, and promote meaningful life choices.

Our mission is achieved through a wide range of services and supports for individuals and their families.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked FL School
School Type: Special Education School
Grades: 3-12
Enrollment: 148 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Devereux School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:

School Overview

School Type

Special Education School

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Other special emphasis association(s)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 3-12

Year Founded

1905

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

148 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

61%

State avg.: 48%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

14 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

11:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

School Notes

Devereux Santa Barbara's Adult Residential school Program provides a wide range of programs, from intensive, highly structured services, to programs which promote increasing independence. The primary goal of the adult residential program is to maximize the independent functioning of each resident to the highest level possible though the development of social and daily living skills. Residential settings include Supported Living Services in their own residences, off-campus for independent living. Stimulating and productive recreational and instructional activities are provided in both community and home settings. Devereux Santa Barbara's Adult Residential Program serves adults who have the diagnosis of a developmental disability and/or a psychological disorder. Each of the adult residential programs is briefly described below. The Devereux Early Childhood Assessment A Measure of Within-Child Protective Factors in Preschool Children The Devereux Early Childhood Assessment or DECA is a nationally normed assessment of within-child protective factors in preschool children aged two to five. Based on resilience theory, this comprehensive system is made up of a 5-step system designed to support early childhood teachers, mental health professionals, and parents in their goal of helping children develop healthy social/emotional skills and reduce challenging behaviors. Partnerships with families allow children to see the important adults in their lives working together to support their development. The Devereux mission is to change lives and nurture human potential. We inspire hope, ensure well-being, and promote meaningful life choices. Our mission is achieved through a wide range of services and supports for individuals and their families.

Source: Verified school update

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked FL School
School Type: Special Education School
Grades: 3-12
Enrollment: 148 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Melbourne, FL is $8,912 for elementary schools and $10,061 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Melbourne, FL is 91% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).