Special Educational School serves 35 students in grades Prekindergarten-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 35 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Special Educational School's student population of 35 students has grown by 66% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
35 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
In a culture of equity and excellence we engage, educate, and empower each student for success beyond graduation.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Special Educational School is 0.76, which is more 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
9:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
14%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
37%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
14%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
39%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Educational School?
35 students attend Special Educational School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Special Educational School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 12% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Special Educational School?
Special Educational School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Special Educational School offer ?
Special Educational School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Special Educational School part of?
Special Educational School is part of Auburn School District.
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