Needs Improvement
#9161 of 9,539 schools in CA
Merced County Special Education
School · Merced County Office of Education
632 West 13th St., Merced, CA 95341
Enrollment
895
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
895
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,161 of 9,539
In Merced
#36 of 37
public schools
In district
#7 of 7
Merced County Office of Education
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Merced County Special Education
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About Merced County Special Education
Merced County Special Education is a public school in Merced, CA, part of Merced County Office of Education. Merced County Special Education serves approximately 895 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Merced County Special Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #9,161 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Merced County Special Education show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.9
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
58% of students at Merced 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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Merced County Special Education — Students at Merced County Special Education score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.3%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.5/10.
How Merced County Special Education Compares
See how Merced County Special Education performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
632 West 13th St., Merced, CA 95341
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Merced County Special Education may also want to explore other schools in the area. Valley Merced Community (rated 6.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Merced Scholars Charter (rated 6.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Merced, see our Merced schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Tenaya Middle Merced | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| John C. Fremont Elementary Merced | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Alicia Reyes Elementary Merced | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Margaret Sheehy Elementary Merced | 0.8 mi | 3.1 |
| Don Stowell Elementary Merced | 0.8 mi | 3.5 |
| Yosemite High (Continuation) Merced | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Independence High (Alternative) Merced | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Sequoia High Merced | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| John Muir Elementary Merced | 1.1 mi | 3.5 |
| Leontine Gracey Elementary Merced | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Valley Merced Community Merced | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Merced Scholars Charter Merced | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Farmdale Elementary Merced | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Herbert Hoover Middle Merced | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Charles Wright Elementary Merced | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Merced High Merced | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Rudolph Rivera Middle Merced | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Rudolph Rivera Elementary Merced | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Luther Burbank Elementary Merced | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Our Lady of Mercy Merced | 1.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95341 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,516
Median Home Value
$295,300
Median Rent
$1,172/mo
Population
34,956
College Educated
7.8%
Homeownership
39.3%
Avg Commute
29.7 min
Poverty Rate
27.3%
Median Age
27.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| California Connections Academy Monterey Bay Ripon, CA | 3.3 |
| San Joaquin County Special Education Stockton, CA | 3.3 |
| Riverside County Special Education Riverside, CA | 3.2 |
| Pacific Springs Charter Temecula, CA | 3.1 |
| Santa Clara County Special Education San Jose, CA | 3.1 |
| Special Education Visalia, CA | 3.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Merced County Special Education
What grades does Merced County Special Education serve?
Merced County Special Education serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Merced County Special Education?
Merced County Special Education has an enrollment of approximately 895 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Merced County Special Education?
The student-teacher ratio at Merced County Special Education is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Merced County Special Education rank in CA?
Merced County Special Education ranks #9,161 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Merced County Special Education's MySchoolScout rating?
Merced 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 Merced County Special Education?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Merced County Special Education has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Merced County Special Education a charter school?
No, Merced County Special Education is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Merced County Special Education a Title I school?
No, Merced County Special Education is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Merced County Special Education?
65.3% of students at Merced 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
- 895
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 69
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.3%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Merced County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.4%
- Phone
- (209) 381-6711
- 4-Year Graduation
- 15.0%
Resources & Links
District
Merced County Office of Education- District Enrollment
- 1,810
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $65,270
- District Rank
- #7 of 7
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