Needs Improvement
#9054 of 9,539 schools in CA
Fresno County Special Education
School · Fresno County Office of Education
1111 Van Ness Ave., Fresno, CA 93721
Enrollment
571
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
571
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,054 of 9,539
In Fresno
#173 of 175
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
Fresno County Office of Education
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Fresno County Special Education
Fresno County Special Education is a public school in Fresno, CA, part of Fresno County Office of Education. Fresno County Special Education serves approximately 571 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 7.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Fresno County Special Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #9,054 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Fresno County Special Education show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.7
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 7.7:1 students to teachers, Fresno County Special Education sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
60% of students at Fresno 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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Fresno County Special Education — Students at Fresno County Special Education score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 1.8/10.
How Fresno County Special Education Compares
See how Fresno County Special Education performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1111 Van Ness Ave., Fresno, CA 93721
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fresno County Special Education may also want to explore other schools in the area. J. E. Young Academic Center (rated 7.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Big Picture Educational Academy (rated 5.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ambassador Phillip V. Sanchez II Public Charter (rated 4.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fresno, see our Fresno schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Innova School Fresno | 0.1 mi | — |
| Kepler Neighborhood Fresno | 0.3 mi | 8.4 |
| School of Unlimited Learning Fresno | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Lowell Elementary Fresno | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Lincoln Elementary Fresno | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Akira Yokomi Elementary Fresno | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| WILSON HOME SCHOOL Fresno | 0.8 mi | — |
| Jefferson Elementary Fresno | 0.9 mi | 9.0 |
| Ambassador Phillip V. Sanchez II Public Charter Fresno | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Columbia Elementary Fresno | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Big Picture Educational Academy Fresno | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| J. E. Young Academic Center Fresno | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| King Elementary Fresno | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Tehipite Middle Fresno | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Kirk Elementary Fresno | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Susan B. Anthony Elementary Fresno | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Edison High Fresno | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Webster Elementary Fresno | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Rutherford B. Gaston Sr. Middle Fresno | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Edison Computech Fresno | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93721 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$32,602
Median Home Value
$219,000
Median Rent
$915/mo
Population
7,606
College Educated
12.5%
Homeownership
8.2%
Poverty Rate
30.6%
Median Age
36
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Higher Learning Academy Sacramento, CA | 3.5 |
| California Connections Academy Monterey Bay Ripon, CA | 3.3 |
| Imperial County Special Education El Centro, CA | 3.2 |
| Orange County Special Education Costa Mesa, CA | 3.2 |
| Riverside County Special Education Riverside, CA | 3.2 |
| DESERT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bermuda Dunes, CA | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fresno County Special Education
What grades does Fresno County Special Education serve?
Fresno County Special Education serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Fresno County Special Education?
Fresno County Special Education has an enrollment of approximately 571 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fresno County Special Education?
The student-teacher ratio at Fresno County Special Education is 7.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fresno County Special Education rank in CA?
Fresno County Special Education ranks #9,054 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Fresno County Special Education's MySchoolScout rating?
Fresno County Special Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Fresno County Special Education?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fresno County Special Education has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Fresno County Special Education a charter school?
No, Fresno County Special Education is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fresno County Special Education a Title I school?
No, Fresno County Special Education is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fresno County Special Education?
84.9% of students at Fresno 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
- 571
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 74
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.9%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Fresno County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 60.1%
- Phone
- (559) 265-3049
- 4-Year Graduation
- 15.0%
Resources & Links
District
Fresno County Office of Education- District Enrollment
- 706
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $256,479
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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