Below Average
#8067 of 9,539 schools in CA
Ceres Special Education
School · Ceres Unified
2503 Lawrence St., Ceres, CA 95307
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 22 schools in Ceres. Learn more
Enrollment
36
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
36
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,067 of 9,539
In Ceres
#15 of 23
public schools
In district
#15 of 23
Ceres Unified
Shortlisting around Ceres Special Education?
Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Ceres Special Education
School in Ceres · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Argus High (continuation)
0.1 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
Endeavor Alternative
0.1 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About Ceres Special Education
Ceres Special Education is a public school in Ceres, CA, part of Ceres Unified. Ceres Special Education serves approximately 36 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Ceres Special Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #8,067 of 9,539 schools in CA.
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 36 students, Ceres 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.
53% of students at Ceres 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
Partial Profile · 3/4 metricsRequires 2+ years of test data
View breakdown
View breakdown
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
13.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Ceres Special Education Compares
See how Ceres Special Education performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2503 Lawrence St., Ceres, CA 95307
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ceres Special Education may also want to explore other schools in the area. Whitmore Charter High (rated 7.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Whitmore Charter School of Art & Technology (rated 6.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Blaker-Kinser Junior High (rated 6.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ceres, see our Ceres schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Argus High (Continuation) Ceres | 0.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Endeavor Alternative Ceres | 0.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Walter White Elementary Ceres | 0.1 mi | 3.1 |
| Ceres High Ceres | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Lucas Elementary Ceres | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Carroll Fowler Elementary Ceres | 0.6 mi | 3.4 |
| Don Pedro Elementary Ceres | 0.6 mi | 3.4 |
| Petersen Alternative Center for Education at John B Allard Ceres | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Mae Hensley Junior High Ceres | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Caswell Elementary Ceres | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Central Valley High Ceres | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Whitmore Charter School of Art & Technology Ceres | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Whitmore Charter High Ceres | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Joel J. Hidahl Elementary Ceres | 1.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Blaker-Kinser Junior High Ceres | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| CERES CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL Ceres | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Aspire Summit Charter Academy Oakland | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Cesar Chavez Junior High Ceres | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| La Rosa Elementary Ceres | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Virginia Parks Elementary Modesto | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95307 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,101
Median Home Value
$402,300
Median Rent
$1,455/mo
Population
46,209
College Educated
12.7%
Homeownership
65.1%
Avg Commute
34.8 min
Poverty Rate
13.8%
Median Age
32.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Shasta County Special Education Redding, CA | 4.4 |
| Sonoma County Court Santa Rosa, CA | 4.4 |
| Floyd I. Marchus Concord, CA | 4.5 |
| Freedom Academy of Imperial Valley Holtville, CA | 4.3 |
| S.A.G.E ACADEMY Campbell, CA | 4.3 |
| Tuolumne County Special Education Sonora, CA | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ceres Special Education
What grades does Ceres Special Education serve?
Ceres Special Education serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Ceres Special Education?
Ceres Special Education has an enrollment of approximately 36 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ceres Special Education?
The student-teacher ratio at Ceres Special Education is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ceres Special Education rank in CA?
Ceres Special Education ranks #8,067 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Ceres Special Education's MySchoolScout rating?
Ceres Special Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Ceres Special Education a charter school?
No, Ceres Special Education is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ceres Special Education a Title I school?
No, Ceres Special Education is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ceres Special Education?
13.9% of students at Ceres 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.
Explore More Schools
Neighborhood Context
Powered by 
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 36
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 13.9%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Stanislaus County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.8%
- Phone
- (209) 556-1500
Resources & Links
District
Ceres Unified- District Enrollment
- 13,868
- Schools in District
- 24
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,065
- District Rank
- #15 of 23
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateRelated reading
- Best Elementary Schools in America: 2026 Rankingsbest schools
- Best Public Schools in California 2026: Top-Ranked Elementary, Middle & High Schoolsbest schools
- Best School Districts to Move To in 2026: A Data-Driven Guidebest schools
- Best Schools in Los Angeles, CA — 2026 Rankingsbest schools
- Best Schools in San Diego, CA — 2026 Rankingsbest schools
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.