Special Programs serves 14 students in grades Prekindergarten-12.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 14 students
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Special Programs's student population of 14 students has declined by 74% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
14 students
Total Classroom Teachers (17-18)
6 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Special Programs is 0.24, 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
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
14%
27%
Black
n/a
5%
White
86%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
n/a
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)7.1%
18.4%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Programs?
14 students attend Special Programs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Special Programs students are White, and 14% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Special Programs offer ?
Special Programs offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Special Programs part of?
Special Programs is part of Richland School District.
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