Serving 107 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Special Services ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 107 students
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in WA)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Special Services ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Special Services's student population of 107 students has declined by 44% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
107 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade

School Rankings
The diversity score of Special Services is 0.69, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
51%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
61%

Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%

Asian
15%
9%

Hispanic
23%
26%

Black
5%
5%

White
48%
48%

Hawaiian
1%
2%

Two or more races
7%
9%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
49%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
8%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Special Services often compared to?
Special Servicesis often viewed alongside schools like Special Education by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% WA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Special Services?
107 students attend Special Services.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Special Services students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Special Services offer ?
Special Services offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Special Services part of?
Special Services is part of Everett School District.
In what neighborhood is Special Services located?
Special Services is located in the Port Gardner neighborhood of Everett, WA. There are 6 other public schools located in Port Gardner.
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