The Jones-Gordon School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked AZ School
School Type: Special Education School
Grades: 1-12
Enrollment: 167 students
Yearly Tuition: $26,500
Average class size: 10 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

The Jones-Gordon School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for:

School Facts

School Type

Special Education School

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Other associations(s) for exceptional children
Other special emphasis association(s)
National Independent Private Schools Association
Other school association(s)
Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDA)
Children and Adults with Attention Deficit or Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD)
Cognia

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 1-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	The Jones-Gordon School
1	6
2	8
3	11
4	16
5	24
6	15
7	20
8	13
9	16
10	19
11	6
12	13

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Offers Post-Graduate Year

Yes

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

dyslexia, ADD/ADHD, giftedness, anxiety, dyscalculia, executive function deficits

Year Founded

2010

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

167 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

42 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

4:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

60%

Average Class Size

10 students

Number of AP Courses

4 courses

Average SAT score

1217

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$26,500

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Tuition Notes

$27,500 for high school

% on Financial Aid

70%

Admissions Director

Tracie Glover

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

8 sports

Sports

BasketballCheering

Flag FootballSoftball

SwimmingTennis

Track and FieldVolleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

1 extracurricular

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Various after school clubs based on student interests

School Notes

Cultivating strengths. Transforming lives. Originally located in North Scottsdale and founded as On-Track Academy, The Jones-Gordon School is a unique private school in Paradise Valley, AZ.
JGS fosters the holistic growth of diverse learners, primarily highly capable students with dyslexia and related learning differences (such as executive dysfunction, dyscalculia, ADHD)
We provide a progressive, customized education in a nurturing learning environment for students in grades 1 through 12.

School Motto: Cultivating Strengths. Transforming Lives.
School Mascot: Jaguars

TheJones-Gordon School (JGS) is asmall, independent private schoolwhere students with dyslexia and related learning differences THRIVE! Ourstrengths-based, holistic approachto education results in a trulycustomized program that provides:

Small class sizes(12:1 max. in-classstudent-to-teacher ratio, with a schoolwide student-to-staff ratio of 3:1)
Rigorous accredited curriculum--we prepare students for college and beyond!
Integration ofexecutive function(EF) skills andsocial/emotional learning(SEL)
Daily FLEX hourto further support students who have learning or attention challenges such as dyslexia, ADHD, and/or executive dysfunction
Anexperienced, encouraging team of experts on site(including occupational and speech-language therapists, school social worker, and school counselor)who support all of the above!

The Jones-Gordon School is not designed to meet the needs of children whose educational plan focuses on improving conduct. Prospective students with behaviors that impede the learning environment of other students are not considered for admission.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The Jones-Gordon School cost?

The Jones-Gordon School's tuition is approximately $26,500 for private students.

What sports does The Jones-Gordon School offer?

The Jones-Gordon School offers 8 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Flag Football, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is The Jones-Gordon School's ranking?

The Jones-Gordon School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for: Highest average ACT score.

When is the application deadline for The Jones-Gordon School?

The application deadline for The Jones-Gordon School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is The Jones-Gordon School located?

The Jones-Gordon School is located in the Foothills Estates neighborhood of Paradise Valley, AZ.

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (4 reviews)

5 11/8/2021

Our son has been a student at JGS for 4 years now and the change has been absolutely remarkable. While there is no "perfect" school, I have to say, this is pretty darn close. The staff is beyond caring and so intuitive, the teachers are beyond amazing and the best part is the kids are KIND. Children are children and when they come upon a rough patch, ours included, everyone at JGS has been there to help get things back on track, with kindness, complete professionalism, and always with the intent to help and advance the child. You couldn't find a better and more uniquely qualified school in the Valley.

- Posted by Parent - Emily

5 11/8/2021

The Jones-Gordon School is a school like no other. The school exists because of one person's dream to make learning accessible and fun for kids who learn differently. The type of smart, sweet kids that would fall through the cracks in larger educational environments. I am so privileged to work with a group of kind, caring, professional, and talented individuals. The teachers here are pros at delivering the right type of educational environment to engage, challenge, and support our diverse learners. One of the best parts of working at JGS is our JGS families! The support and gratitude they show us is incredible. The whole JGS community from Our Head of School, support staff, teachers, students, and families makes for an amazing place to work!

- Posted by Administrator - DW

5 11/8/2021

JGS is a magical place. I love our "culture of kindness" and feeling of family. I am so grateful to work here. The students are hands down THE BEST kids! They care about learning and each other and work so hard to overcome their varying challenges. The parents are equally amazing and essential members of the "JGS village." The teachers are caring professionals who genuinely appreciate their students' unique differences and strengths. I deeply value the professional learning community formed by the administration and teaching staff and feel so lucky to be able to work and learn from these amazing people. I have used the word grateful already in this review but I need to express it again. I am so grateful for JGS.

- Posted by Teacher - Dr. Liz

5 8/11/2018

JGS provides an excellent academic environment with talented teachers, small class sizes and differentiated instruction that is truly tailored for individual student needs. My son is a recent JGS graduate and had a fantastic experience during his three years in high school. He went from dreading going to school because of social anxiety to enjoying it and taking ownership of his strengths and skills. He is planning on continuing his education at the college level, thanks to JGS.

- Posted by Parent - Christa K

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