Special Education serves 25 students in grades Prekindergarten-12.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Special education school / Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 25 students
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Special Education ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Special Education's student population of 25 students has declined by 67% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
25 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Special Education is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
32%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
52%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Special Education?
25 students attend Special Education.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Special Education students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What grades does Special Education offer ?
Special Education offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Special Education part of?
Special Education is part of Kelso School District.
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