Below Average
#8510 of 9,539 schools in CA
San Mateo County Special Education
School · San Mateo County Office of Education
101 Twin Dolphin Dr., Redwood City, CA 94065
Enrollment
41
Student-Teacher
6.8:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
41
Student-Teacher
6.8:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,510 of 9,539
In Redwood City
#26 of 34
public schools
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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San Mateo County Special Education
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About San Mateo County Special Education
San Mateo County Special Education is a public school in Redwood City, CA, part of San Mateo County Office of Education. San Mateo County Special Education serves approximately 41 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 6.8:1 student-teacher ratio. San Mateo County Special Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #8,510 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for San Mateo County Special Education show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 41 students, San Mateo County 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.
At 6.8:1 students to teachers, San Mateo County Special Education sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
78% of students at San Mateo 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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San Mateo County Special Education — Students at San Mateo County Special Education score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
46.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 20 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: 1.4/10.
How San Mateo County Special Education Compares
See how San Mateo County Special Education performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
101 Twin Dolphin Dr., Redwood City, CA 94065
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering San Mateo County Special Education may also want to explore other schools in the area. Mariposa (rated 9.7/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby San Carlos), which scores notably higher. Another option is Arundel Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby San Carlos), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Design Tech High (rated 9.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Redwood City, see our Redwood City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Design Tech High Redwood City | 0.5 mi | 9.2 |
| Nesbit Elementary Belmont | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Central Elementary Belmont | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Foster City Elementary Foster City | 1.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Beach Park Elementary Foster City | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Redwood Shores Elementary Redwood City | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Central Middle San Carlos | 1.7 mi | 9.2 |
| Arundel Elementary San Carlos | 1.7 mi | 9.4 |
| NOTRE DAME HIGH SCHOOL Belmont | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Arroyo San Carlos | 1.8 mi | 9.2 |
| CHARLES ARMSTRONG SCHOOL Belmont | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Charles Armstrong School Belmont | 1.6 mi | — |
| NOTRE DAME ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Belmont | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| San Carlos Charter Learning Center San Carlos | 1.7 mi | 9.2 |
| Arbor Bay San Carlos | 2.0 mi | — |
| ARBOR BAY SCHOOL San Carlos | 2.0 mi | — |
| Tierra Linda Middle San Carlos | 1.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Mariposa San Carlos | 1.8 mi | 9.7 |
| Sandpiper Elementary Redwood City | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| KINDERCOURT ACADEMY San Carlos | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94065 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$213,361
Median Home Value
$1,847,000
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Population
11,620
College Educated
81%
Homeownership
65.8%
Avg Commute
27.8 min
Poverty Rate
3.1%
Median Age
42.6
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|---|---|
| VERMONT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Harbor City, CA | 4.1 |
| Freedom Home Madera, CA | 4.0 |
| Exeter Independent Study (Alternative) Exeter, CA | 4.3 |
| Freedom Academy of Imperial Valley Holtville, CA | 4.3 |
| S.A.G.E ACADEMY Campbell, CA | 4.3 |
| Santa Barbara County Special Education Santa Barbara, CA | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about San Mateo County Special Education
What grades does San Mateo County Special Education serve?
San Mateo County Special Education serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend San Mateo County Special Education?
San Mateo County Special Education has an enrollment of approximately 41 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at San Mateo County Special Education?
The student-teacher ratio at San Mateo County Special Education is 6.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does San Mateo County Special Education rank in CA?
San Mateo County Special Education ranks #8,510 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is San Mateo County Special Education's MySchoolScout rating?
San Mateo County Special Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 San Mateo County Special Education?
Based on loaded state assessment records, San Mateo County Special Education has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is San Mateo County Special Education a charter school?
No, San Mateo County Special Education is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is San Mateo County Special Education a Title I school?
No, San Mateo County Special Education is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for San Mateo County Special Education?
46.3% of students at San Mateo 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
- 41
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.3%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- San Mateo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 78.0%
- Phone
- (650) 802-5588
- 4-Year Graduation
- <50%
Resources & Links
District
San Mateo County Office of Education- District Enrollment
- 77
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $844,874
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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