Unique Abilities & Learning Differences in Mandarin, San Jose & Bartram
5 unique abilities & learning differences are registered with the state in Mandarin, San Jose & Bartram, and 2 accept the Florida Private School Scholarship ($8,409 K-3 · $7,821 4-8 · $7,629 9-12 in 2026-27). The residential southeast bank of the St. Johns, running down San Jose Boulevard and Old St. Augustine Road toward the St. Johns County line. It is the county's home for several large independent and Christian campuses.
What does the scholarship mean here? A student with a qualifying diagnosis can use the Unique Abilities Scholarship instead of the standard award; Duval's 2026-27 amount is $10,573 at matrix levels 1-3.
| School | Type | Community | Grades | State scholarship | FES-UA / PEP | Accredited |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clarke Schools for Hearing and Speech/jacks 9803 St. Augustine Road Ste 7, Jacksonville 32257 | Independent & Secular Schools | Mandarin, San Jose & Bartram | PK-01 | Not listed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Great Strides Rehabilitation 12276 San Jose Blvd, Jacksonville 32223 | Independent & Secular Schools | Mandarin, San Jose & Bartram | K-12 | Not listed | ✓ | — |
| Growing Together Behavioral Center 4310 Barkoskie Road, Jacksonville 32258 | Independent & Secular Schools | Mandarin, San Jose & Bartram | PK-Adult | ✓ FTC/FES-EO | ✓ | — |
| Lifeskills Outreach Learning and Supports 12443 Joda Lane E, Jacksonville 32258 | Independent & Secular Schools | Mandarin, San Jose & Bartram | PK-12 | Not listed | ✓ | — |
| Reach Academy 9857 Old St. Augustine Road, Jacksonville 32257 | Independent & Secular Schools | Mandarin, San Jose & Bartram | K-12 | ✓ FTC/FES-EO | ✓ | — |
| Question | A listing on this site is | A listing on this site is not |
|---|---|---|
| Where do the facts come from? | A copy of the school's own filing with the Florida DOE | A review, a ranking or an endorsement |
| What does the scholarship flag mean? | The state lists the school as a participant on the pull date | A promise the school has seats or will accept your child |
| What about price? | A reminder to ask the school | A tuition figure, since the state does not collect one |
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