Serving 17 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Central County Special Education Programs ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 17 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in CA)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central County Special Education Programs ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Central County Special Education Programs's student population of 17 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
17 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Central County Special Education Programs is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
29%
12%
Hispanic
41%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
24%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Central County Special Education Programs often compared to?
Central County Special Education Programsis often viewed alongside schools like Amador County Special Education, Alameda County Special Education, Butte County 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 40% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Central County Special Education Programs?
17 students attend Central County Special Education Programs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Central County Special Education Programs students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Asian, 24% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central County Special Education Programs?
Central County Special Education Programs has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Central County Special Education Programs offer ?
Central County Special Education Programs offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Central County Special Education Programs part of?
Central County Special Education Programs is part of Contra Costa County Office Of Education School District.
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