Needs Improvement
#8731 of 9,539 schools in CA
Sonoma County Special Education
School · Sonoma County Office of Education
5340 Skylane Blvd., Santa Rosa, CA 95403
Enrollment
212
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
212
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,731 of 9,539
In Santa Rosa
#55 of 62
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
Sonoma County Office of Education
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Sonoma County Special Education
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About Sonoma County Special Education
Sonoma County Special Education is a public school in Santa Rosa, CA, part of Sonoma County Office of Education. Sonoma County Special Education serves approximately 212 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Sonoma County Special Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #8,731 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Sonoma County Special Education show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.4
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 8.5:1 students to teachers, Sonoma County Special Education sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
63% of students at Sonoma 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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Sonoma County Special Education — Students at Sonoma County Special Education score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42.9%
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.
* 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: 2.8/10.
How Sonoma County Special Education Compares
See how Sonoma County Special Education performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5340 Skylane Blvd., Santa Rosa, CA 95403
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sonoma County Special Education may also want to explore other schools in the area. North Bay Met Academy (rated 7.5/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Windsor), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sonoma County Alternative Education Programs (rated 4.9/10), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sonoma County Court (rated 4.4/10), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Santa Rosa, see our Santa Rosa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sonoma County Court Santa Rosa | 0.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Sonoma County Alternative Education Programs Santa Rosa | 0.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Anova Center for Education, Sonoma Santa Rosa | 0.6 mi | — |
| SONOMA COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Santa Rosa | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Sonoma Country Day School Santa Rosa | 0.7 mi | — |
| Mattie Washburn Elementary Santa Rosa | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Spring Hills Christian Fulton | 1.8 mi | — |
| Windsor High Windsor | 2.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Windsor Oaks Academy Windsor | 2.3 mi | 5.3 |
| North Bay Met Academy Windsor | 2.3 mi | 7.5 |
| San Miguel Elementary Santa Rosa | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Mark West Elementary Santa Rosa | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Mark West Charter Santa Rosa | 2.2 mi | 8.0 |
| PAIDEIA EDUCATIONAL HERITAGE Santa Rosa | 2.8 mi | — |
| Windsor Middle Windsor | 3.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Piner-Olivet Charter Santa Rosa | 2.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Jack London Elementary Santa Rosa | 2.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Brooks Elementary Windsor | 3.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Cali Calmecac Language Academy Windsor | 3.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Olivet Elementary Charter Santa Rosa | 3.4 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95403 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,480
Median Home Value
$651,900
Median Rent
$2,215/mo
Population
45,570
College Educated
27.3%
Homeownership
54.9%
Avg Commute
21.6 min
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Median Age
39.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| ST THOMAS MORE SCHOOL San Jose, CA | 3.9 |
| Surfside Academy Oceanside, CA | 3.9 |
| California Connections Academy North Bay Ripon, CA | 4.1 |
| George Key Placentia, CA | 4.1 |
| Marin County Special Education San Rafael, CA | 4.1 |
| Charles Leroy Lowman Special Ed and Career Transition Center North Hollywood, CA | 3.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sonoma County Special Education
What grades does Sonoma County Special Education serve?
Sonoma County Special Education serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Sonoma County Special Education?
Sonoma County Special Education has an enrollment of approximately 212 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sonoma County Special Education?
The student-teacher ratio at Sonoma County Special Education is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sonoma County Special Education rank in CA?
Sonoma County Special Education ranks #8,731 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Sonoma County Special Education's MySchoolScout rating?
Sonoma County Special Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Sonoma County Special Education?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sonoma County Special Education has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sonoma County Special Education a charter school?
No, Sonoma County Special Education is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sonoma County Special Education a Title I school?
No, Sonoma County Special Education is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sonoma County Special Education?
42.9% of students at Sonoma 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
- 212
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.9%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sonoma County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 63.2%
- Phone
- (707) 524-2710
- 4-Year Graduation
- <50%
Resources & Links
District
Sonoma County Office of Education- District Enrollment
- 327
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $222,225
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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