Special Education serves 28 students in grades Prekindergarten-12.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 28 students
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- 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 28 students has declined by 63% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
28 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
The diversity score of Special Education is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
21%
26%
Black
4%
5%
White
68%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
3%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
49%
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
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Special Education?
28 students attend Special Education.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Special Education students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Special Education offer ?
Special Education offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Special Education part of?
Special Education is part of Kelso School District.
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