Needs Improvement
#9214 of 9,539 schools in CA
Imperial County Special Education
School · Imperial County Office of Education
1398 Sperber Rd., EL Centro, CA 92243
Enrollment
491
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
491
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,214 of 9,539
In EL Centro
#21 of 21
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
Imperial County Office of Education
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Imperial County Special Education
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About Imperial County Special Education
Imperial County Special Education is a public school in EL Centro, CA, part of Imperial County Office of Education. Imperial County Special Education serves approximately 491 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Imperial County Special Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #9,214 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Imperial County Special Education show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.6
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Imperial 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.
66% of students at Imperial 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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Imperial County Special Education — Students at Imperial County Special Education score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 22 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: 1.2/10.
How Imperial County Special Education Compares
See how Imperial County Special Education performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1398 Sperber Rd., EL Centro, CA 92243
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Imperial County Special Education may also want to explore other schools in the area. Ballington Academy for the Arts and Sciences (rated 8.5/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby San Diego), which scores notably higher. Another option is Southwest High (rated 7.5/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Harding Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in EL Centro, see our EL Centro schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Imperial County Juvenile Hall/Community El Centro | 0.0 mi | — |
| Imperial Pathways Charter El Centro | 0.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Christian Home Academy El Centro | 1.7 mi | — |
| Desert Garden Elementary El Centro | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Mt. Signal Virtual Academy El Centro | 1.8 mi | 3.2 |
| De Anza Magnet El Centro | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Southwest High El Centro | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| McCabe Elementary El Centro | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Desert Oasis High (Continuation) El Centro | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Phoenix Rising High El Centro | 2.2 mi | — |
| Harding Elementary El Centro | 2.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Dogwood Elementary Heber | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Wilson Jr. High El Centro | 2.4 mi | 6.9 |
| ST MARY S SCHOOL El Centro | 2.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Central Union High El Centro | 2.5 mi | 6.9 |
| St. Marys School El Centro | 2.5 mi | — |
| Valley Academy El Centro | 2.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Margaret Hedrick Elementary El Centro | 2.6 mi | 3.4 |
| Ballington Academy for the Arts and Sciences San Diego | 2.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Lincoln Elementary El Centro | 2.9 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92243 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,890
Median Home Value
$286,100
Median Rent
$992/mo
Population
48,556
College Educated
16.2%
Homeownership
51.5%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
20.2%
Median Age
31.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Orange County Special Education Costa Mesa, CA | 3.2 |
| Riverside County Special Education Riverside, CA | 3.2 |
| Tracy Independent Study Charter Tracy, CA | 3.2 |
| California Connections Academy Monterey Bay Ripon, CA | 3.3 |
| Pacific Springs Charter Temecula, CA | 3.1 |
| SANIKU GAKUIN SANTA CLARA JAPANESE SCHOOL San Jose, CA | 3.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Imperial County Special Education
What grades does Imperial County Special Education serve?
Imperial County Special Education serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Imperial County Special Education?
Imperial County Special Education has an enrollment of approximately 491 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Imperial County Special Education?
The student-teacher ratio at Imperial County Special Education is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Imperial County Special Education rank in CA?
Imperial County Special Education ranks #9,214 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Imperial County Special Education's MySchoolScout rating?
Imperial County Special Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 Imperial County Special Education?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Imperial County Special Education has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Imperial County Special Education a charter school?
No, Imperial County Special Education is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Imperial County Special Education a Title I school?
No, Imperial County Special Education is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Imperial County Special Education?
70.1% of students at Imperial 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
- 491
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.1%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Imperial County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 66.0%
- Phone
- (760) 312-6428
- 4-Year Graduation
- ≤20%
Resources & Links
District
Imperial County Office of Education- District Enrollment
- 958
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $89,771
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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