Needs Improvement
#8891 of 9,539 schools in CA
Solano County Special Education
School · Solano County Office of Education
Golden Hills Education Ctr. 2460 Clay Bank Rd. Bldg. 8, Fairfield, CA 94533
Enrollment
334
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
334
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,891 of 9,539
In Fairfield
#24 of 31
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
Solano County Office of Education
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Solano County Special Education
Solano County Special Education is a public school in Fairfield, CA, part of Solano County Office of Education. Solano County Special Education serves approximately 334 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Solano County Special Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #8,891 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Solano County Special Education show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.7
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 7.6:1 students to teachers, Solano County Special Education sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
54% of students at Solano 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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Solano County Special Education — Students at Solano County Special Education score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
32.3%
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: 1.5/10.
How Solano County Special Education Compares
See how Solano County Special Education performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
Golden Hills Education Ctr. 2460 Clay Bank Rd. Bldg. 8, Fairfield, CA 94533
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Solano County Special Education may also want to explore other schools in the area. Solano County Community (rated 7.6/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is Public Safety Academy (rated 7.1/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FAIRFIELD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fairfield, see our Fairfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Solano County Community Fairfield | 0.0 mi | 7.6 |
| TATER TOTS CHRISTIAN KINDERGARTEN Fairfield | 0.3 mi | — |
| H. Glenn Richardson Fairfield | 0.7 mi | — |
| Tolenas Academy of Music and Media Fairfield | 0.9 mi | 1.8 |
| Laurel Creek Elementary Fairfield | 0.9 mi | 3.1 |
| Grange Middle Fairfield | 1.0 mi | 3.7 |
| A+ homeschool Fairfield | 1.2 mi | — |
| Cleo Gordon Elementary Fairfield | 1.3 mi | 3.0 |
| FAIRFIELD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fairfield | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Dan O. Root Elementary Suisun City | 1.7 mi | 2.6 |
| Dover Elementary Fairfield | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Suisun Elementary Suisun City | 1.8 mi | 3.0 |
| Fairfield High Fairfield | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Sem Yeto Continuation High Fairfield | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Anna Kyle Elementary Fairfield | 1.8 mi | 2.6 |
| Centurion Christian Classical School Fairfield | 1.8 mi | — |
| Crescent Elementary Suisun | 2.3 mi | 3.4 |
| Public Safety Academy Fairfield | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| HOLY SPIRIT SCHOOL Fairfield | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Sullivan Language Immersion Academy Fairfield | 2.2 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94533 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,990
Median Home Value
$497,300
Median Rent
$1,980/mo
Population
78,537
College Educated
19.9%
Homeownership
54.9%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
12.9%
Median Age
36
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Monterey County Special Education Salinas, CA | 3.6 |
| Diego Valley East Public Charter El Cajon, CA | 3.9 |
| Pivot Charter School - North Bay Santa Rosa, CA | 3.9 |
| ST THOMAS MORE SCHOOL San Jose, CA | 3.9 |
| Sonoma County Special Education Santa Rosa, CA | 3.9 |
| Surfside Academy Oceanside, CA | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Solano County Special Education
What grades does Solano County Special Education serve?
Solano County Special Education serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Solano County Special Education?
Solano County Special Education has an enrollment of approximately 334 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Solano County Special Education?
The student-teacher ratio at Solano County Special Education is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Solano County Special Education rank in CA?
Solano County Special Education ranks #8,891 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Solano County Special Education's MySchoolScout rating?
Solano County Special Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Solano County Special Education?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Solano County Special Education has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Solano County Special Education a charter school?
No, Solano County Special Education is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Solano County Special Education a Title I school?
No, Solano County Special Education is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Solano County Special Education?
32.3% of students at Solano 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 334
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 32.3%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Solano County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.9%
- Phone
- (707) 399-4867
- 4-Year Graduation
- ≤20%
Resources & Links
District
Solano County Office of Education- District Enrollment
- 419
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $185,195
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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