Below Average
#8397 of 9,539 schools in CA
Siskiyou County Special Education
School · Siskiyou County Office of Education
609 South Gold St., Yreka, CA 96097
Enrollment
69
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
69
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,397 of 9,539
In Yreka
#5 of 5
public schools
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Siskiyou County Special Education
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About Siskiyou County Special Education
Siskiyou County Special Education is a public school in Yreka, CA, part of Siskiyou County Office of Education. Siskiyou County Special Education serves approximately 69 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 5.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Siskiyou County Special Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #8,397 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Siskiyou County Special Education show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 69 students, Siskiyou 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 5.8:1 students to teachers, Siskiyou County Special Education sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
59% of students at Siskiyou 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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Siskiyou County Special Education — Students at Siskiyou County Special Education score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66.7%
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 Siskiyou County Special Education Compares
See how Siskiyou County Special Education performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
609 South Gold St., Yreka, CA 96097
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Siskiyou County Special Education may also want to explore other schools in the area. Northern United - Siskiyou Charter (rated 7.3/10, 0.3 miles away, in nearby Eureka), which scores notably higher. Additionally, COVENANT CHAPEL BIBLE ACADEMY (rated 5.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Yreka, see our Yreka schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Evergreen Elementary Yreka | 0.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Jackson Street Elementary Yreka | 0.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Northern United - Siskiyou Charter Eureka | 0.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Yreka Union High Community Day Yreka | 0.7 mi | — |
| Discovery High Yreka | 0.7 mi | 4.2 |
| YREKA SDA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Yreka | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Yreka Adventist Christian School Yreka | 0.8 mi | — |
| Yreka High Yreka | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Covenant Chapel Bible Academy Yreka | 1.1 mi | — |
| COVENANT CHAPEL BIBLE ACADEMY Yreka | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Delphic Elementary Montague | 4.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Montague Elementary Montague | 6.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Grenada Elementary Grenada | 8.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Hornbrook Elementary Hornbrook | 13.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Willow Creek Elementary Montague | 12.3 mi | 6.9 |
| SCOTT VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fort Jones | 12.2 mi | — |
| Scott Valley Junior High Fort Jones | 13.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Borchard Academy Fort Jones | 13.2 mi | — |
| Fort Jones Elementary Fort Jones | 13.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Gazelle Elementary Gazelle | 15.6 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 96097 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,105
Median Home Value
$256,400
Median Rent
$984/mo
Population
10,220
College Educated
20.1%
Homeownership
63.9%
Poverty Rate
20.3%
Median Age
41.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Big Sur Charter Monterey, CA | 4.3 |
| Exeter Independent Study (Alternative) Exeter, CA | 4.3 |
| Glenn County Special Education Willows, CA | 4.3 |
| Santa Barbara County Special Education Santa Barbara, CA | 4.3 |
| Placer County Special Education Auburn, CA | 4.1 |
| Sven Lokrantz Special Education Center Reseda, CA | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Siskiyou County Special Education
What grades does Siskiyou County Special Education serve?
Siskiyou County Special Education serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Siskiyou County Special Education?
Siskiyou County Special Education has an enrollment of approximately 69 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Siskiyou County Special Education?
The student-teacher ratio at Siskiyou County Special Education is 5.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Siskiyou County Special Education rank in CA?
Siskiyou County Special Education ranks #8,397 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Siskiyou County Special Education's MySchoolScout rating?
Siskiyou County Special Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Siskiyou County Special Education?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Siskiyou County Special Education has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Siskiyou County Special Education a charter school?
No, Siskiyou County Special Education is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Siskiyou County Special Education a Title I school?
No, Siskiyou County Special Education is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Siskiyou County Special Education?
66.7% of students at Siskiyou 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
- 69
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.7%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Siskiyou County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 59.4%
- Phone
- (530) 842-8432
- 4-Year Graduation
- <50%
Resources & Links
District
Siskiyou County Office of Education- District Enrollment
- 70
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $293,925
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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