Needs Improvement
#9216 of 9,539 schools in CA
Riverside County Special Education
School · Riverside County Office of Education
PO Box 868, Riverside, CA 92501
Enrollment
558
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
558
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,216 of 9,539
In Riverside
#77 of 78
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
Riverside County Office of Education
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Riverside County Special Education
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About Riverside County Special Education
Riverside County Special Education is a public school in Riverside, CA, part of Riverside County Office of Education. Riverside County Special Education serves approximately 558 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 8.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Riverside County Special Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #9,216 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Riverside County Special Education show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.7
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 8.1:1 students to teachers, Riverside County Special Education sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
70% of students at Riverside 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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Riverside County Special Education — Students at Riverside County Special Education score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 26 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: 1.3/10.
How Riverside County Special Education Compares
See how Riverside County Special Education performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 868, Riverside, CA 92501
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Riverside County Special Education may also want to explore other schools in the area. Riverside Virtual (rated 6.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Riverside County Juvenile Court (rated 5.7/10), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Riverside, see our Riverside schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Riverside County Juvenile Court Riverside | 0.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Riverside County Community Riverside | 0.0 mi | 5.4 |
| CBK Charter Riverside | 0.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Riverside Virtual Riverside | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| ST FRANCIS DE SALES SCHOOL Riverside | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Gateway College and Career Academy Riverside | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Central Middle Riverside | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Bryant Elementary Riverside | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Abraham Lincoln Continuation Riverside | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Magnolia Elementary Riverside | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Longfellow Elementary Riverside | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| RIVERSIDE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Riverside | 1.6 mi | 3.6 |
| Pachappa Elementary Riverside | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Patricia Beatty Elementary Riverside | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| GROWING PLACE Riverside | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Fremont Elementary Riverside | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| TEMPLE BETH EL CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Riverside | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Alcott Elementary Riverside | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Allegiant Christian School Riverside | 2.1 mi | — |
| Polytechnic High Riverside | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,027
Median Home Value
$466,400
Median Rent
$1,615/mo
Population
22,079
College Educated
18.4%
Homeownership
45%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
33.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Imperial County Special Education El Centro, CA | 3.2 |
| Orange County Special Education Costa Mesa, 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 |
| Kings County Special Education Hanford, CA | 3.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Riverside County Special Education
What grades does Riverside County Special Education serve?
Riverside County Special Education serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Riverside County Special Education?
Riverside County Special Education has an enrollment of approximately 558 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Riverside County Special Education?
The student-teacher ratio at Riverside County Special Education is 8.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Riverside County Special Education rank in CA?
Riverside County Special Education ranks #9,216 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Riverside County Special Education's MySchoolScout rating?
Riverside 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 Riverside County Special Education?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Riverside County Special Education has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Riverside County Special Education a charter school?
No, Riverside County Special Education is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Riverside County Special Education a Title I school?
No, Riverside County Special Education is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Riverside County Special Education?
50.4% of students at Riverside 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
- 558
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 69
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.4%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Riverside County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 69.7%
- Phone
- (951) 826-6476
- 4-Year Graduation
- ≤20%
Resources & Links
District
Riverside County Office of Education- District Enrollment
- 1,469
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $152,230
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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