Special Education School serves 158 students in grades Prekindergarten-9.
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-9
- Enrollment: 158 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Special Education School's student population of 158 students has grown by 73% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 250% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-9
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
158 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Special Education School is 0.53, 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
23:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
53%
27%
Black
n/a
5%
White
44%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
n/a
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.2%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
9%
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 School?
158 students attend Special Education School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Special Education School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Special Education School?
Special Education School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Special Education School offer ?
Special Education School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-9 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Special Education School part of?
Special Education School is part of Wenatchee School District.
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