Needs Improvement
#9160 of 9,539 schools in CA
Butte County Special Education
School · Butte County Office of Education
1859 Bird St., Oroville, CA 95965
Enrollment
61
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
61
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,160 of 9,539
In Oroville
#20 of 22
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
Butte County Office of Education
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Butte County Special Education
Butte County Special Education is a public school in Oroville, CA, part of Butte County Office of Education. Butte County Special Education serves approximately 61 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Butte County Special Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #9,160 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Butte County Special Education show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.6
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 61 students, Butte County Special Education is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Butte County Special Education sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
62% of students at Butte County Special Education were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Butte County Special Education — Students at Butte County Special Education score 0% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 24 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.4/10.
How Butte County Special Education Compares
See how Butte County Special Education performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1859 Bird St., Oroville, CA 95965
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Butte County Special Education may also want to explore other schools in the area. Ipakanni Early College Charter (rated 6.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hearthstone (rated 6.6/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oroville, see our Oroville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Nelson Avenue Middle Oroville | 0.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Heritage Community Day Oroville | 0.0 mi | — |
| Hearthstone Oroville | 0.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Siskiyou Avenue Elementary Oroville | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Plumas Avenue Elementary Oroville | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Table Mountain Oroville | 0.6 mi | — |
| Oroville High Community Day Oroville | 0.6 mi | — |
| Prospect High (Continuation) Oroville | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Sierra Avenue Elementary Oroville | 1.3 mi | 3.9 |
| ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Oroville | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| St. Thomas the Apostle Oroville | 1.4 mi | — |
| Ipakanni Early College Charter Oroville | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| STREAM Charter Oroville | 2.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Come Back Butte Charter Oroville | 2.0 mi | 3.0 |
| Poplar Avenue Elementary Oroville | 1.9 mi | 4.1 |
| BASES Learning Center Oroville | 2.0 mi | — |
| Oroville High Oroville | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| The Studios @ Central Oroville | 2.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Wyandotte Academy Oroville | 2.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Stanford Avenue Elementary Oroville | 2.5 mi | 3.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95965 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,367
Median Home Value
$295,500
Median Rent
$1,112/mo
Population
20,854
College Educated
15.9%
Homeownership
61%
Avg Commute
23.7 min
Poverty Rate
20.6%
Median Age
36.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ralph Richardson Center Carmichael, CA | 3.3 |
| Tehama County Special Education Red Bluff, CA | 3.5 |
| Victress Bower School for Exceptional Students Norco, CA | 3.5 |
| Whittier K-12 San Diego, CA | 3.5 |
| Live Oak Alternative Live Oak, CA | 3.6 |
| OAKDALE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Oakdale, CA | 2.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Butte County Special Education
What grades does Butte County Special Education serve?
Butte County Special Education serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Butte County Special Education?
Butte County Special Education has an enrollment of approximately 61 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Butte County Special Education?
The student-teacher ratio at Butte County Special Education is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Butte County Special Education rank in CA?
Butte County Special Education ranks #9,160 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Butte County Special Education's MySchoolScout rating?
Butte County Special Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Butte County Special Education?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Butte County Special Education has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Butte County Special Education a charter school?
No, Butte County Special Education is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Butte County Special Education a Title I school?
No, Butte County Special Education is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Butte County Special Education?
72.1% of students at Butte County Special Education qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 61
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.1%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Butte County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 62.3%
- Phone
- (530) 532-5740
Resources & Links
District
Butte County Office of Education- District Enrollment
- 388
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $207,869
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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