Needs Improvement
#9273 of 9,539 schools in CA
Special Education
School · Tulare County Office of Education
PO Box 5091, Visalia, CA 93278
Enrollment
1,089
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
1,089
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,273 of 9,539
In Visalia
#48 of 50
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
Tulare County Office of Education
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Special Education
School in Visalia · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Special Education
Special Education is a public school in Visalia, CA, part of Tulare County Office of Education. Special Education serves approximately 1,089 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Special Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #9,273 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Special Education show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.2
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
58% of students at 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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Special Education — Students at Special Education score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.7%
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 Special Education Compares
See how Special Education performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 5091, Visalia, CA 93278
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Special Education may also want to explore other schools in the area. Visalia Technical Early College (rated 9.1/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Visalia Charter Independent Study (rated 8.6/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Liberty Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Tulare), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Visalia, see our Visalia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Tulare County Court Visalia | 0.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Cottonwood Creek Elementary Visalia | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Accelerated Charter High Tulare | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| GREENHOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Visalia | 1.6 mi | — |
| Liberty Elementary Tulare | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Crestwood Elementary Visalia | 2.2 mi | 5.1 |
| VISALIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Visalia | 2.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Visalia Montessori School Visalia | 2.3 mi | — |
| Linwood Elementary Visalia | 2.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Mountain View Elementary Visalia | 2.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Mission Valley Elementary Tulare | 2.8 mi | 4.2 |
| La Joya Middle Visalia | 2.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Valley Life Charter Visalia | 2.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Divisadero Middle Visalia | 3.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Royal Oaks Elementary Visalia | 3.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Visalia Charter Independent Study Visalia | 3.3 mi | 8.6 |
| El Diamante High Visalia | 2.9 mi | 7.3 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Visalia | 3.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Visalia Technical Early College Visalia | 3.1 mi | 9.1 |
| Charter Home School Academy Visalia | 3.3 mi | 5.8 |
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Santa Clara County Special Education San Jose, CA | 3.1 |
| Merced County Special Education Merced, CA | 3.3 |
| San Joaquin County Special Education Stockton, CA | 3.3 |
| Bostonia Global El Cajon, CA | 2.8 |
| Da Vinci Connect El Segundo, CA | 3.5 |
| Logan Memorial Educational Campus San Diego, CA | 3.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Special Education
What grades does Special Education serve?
Special Education serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Special Education?
Special Education has an enrollment of approximately 1,089 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Special Education?
The student-teacher ratio at Special Education is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Special Education rank in CA?
Special Education ranks #9,273 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Special Education's MySchoolScout rating?
Special Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 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 Special Education?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Special Education has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Special Education a charter school?
No, Special Education is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Special Education a Title I school?
No, Special Education is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Special Education?
74.7% of students at 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
- 1,089
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 100
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.7%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Tulare County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.4%
- Phone
- (559) 730-2910
- 4-Year Graduation
- ≤5%
Resources & Links
District
Tulare County Office of Education- District Enrollment
- 1,605
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $111,072
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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