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Stanislaus County Special Education

School · Stanislaus County Office of Education

1100 H St., Modesto, CA 95354

Enrollment

408

Student-Teacher

9.5:1

Score

4.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#7,784 of 9,539

In Modesto

#47 of 70

public schools

In district

#4 of 4

Stanislaus County Office of Education

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Stanislaus County Special Education

4.7/10

School in Modesto · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Stanislaus County Special Education

Stanislaus County Special Education is a public school in Modesto, CA, part of Stanislaus County Office of Education. Stanislaus County Special Education serves approximately 408 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Stanislaus County Special Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #7,784 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Stanislaus County Special Education show 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • CA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Stanislaus County Special Education sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Stanislaus County Special Education sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

68% of students at Stanislaus 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.2Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.41 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics1.5Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency6.7% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency2.7% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-39 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-40.1 pts
Overall Proficiency5% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-37.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile1th
College Readiness3.0Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate<50%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$179,646
Chronic Absenteeism67.9%

Stanislaus County Special Education — Students at Stanislaus County Special Education score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

56.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 7.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
38.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 9.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.4% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2010
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2011
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2016
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2017
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2018
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2019
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2022
Math
13%
ELA
8.6%
2024
Math
6.2%
ELA
3.2%

* 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: 6.2/10.

How Stanislaus County Special Education Compares

See how Stanislaus County Special Education performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.7/10
18th percentile in CA
Academic
1.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.2/10
Average
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
57%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
67.9%

Location

1100 H St., Modesto, CA 95354

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Stanislaus County Special Education may also want to explore other schools in the area. Endeavor Alternative (rated 6.0/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Ceres), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ceres Special Education (rated 4.4/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Ceres), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Modesto, see our Modesto schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
M. Robert Adkison Elementary Ceres 0.1 mi 5.7
Aspire Summit Charter Academy Oakland 0.2 mi 4.1
Caswell Elementary Ceres 0.7 mi 4.3
Virginia Parks Elementary Modesto 0.6 mi 4.8
Mae Hensley Junior High Ceres 0.9 mi 5.6
Ceres High Ceres 1.1 mi 6.0
Tuolumne Elementary Modesto 1.0 mi 4.2
Orville Wright Elementary Modesto 1.2 mi 2.9
Carroll Fowler Elementary Ceres 1.2 mi 3.4
Blaker-Kinser Junior High Ceres 1.4 mi 6.8
Walter White Elementary Ceres 1.4 mi 3.1
Ceres Special Education Ceres 1.6 mi 4.4
Argus High (Continuation) Ceres 1.6 mi 4.1
Endeavor Alternative Ceres 1.6 mi 6.0
Sinclear Elementary Ceres 1.8 mi 5.0
Don Pedro Elementary Ceres 2.0 mi 3.4
Petersen Alternative Center for Education at John B Allard Ceres 1.9 mi 5.2
Lucas Elementary Ceres 2.1 mi 6.6
Shackelford Elementary Modesto 1.7 mi 6.7
Central Valley High Ceres 2.2 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 95354 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,643

Median Home Value

$360,300

Median Rent

$1,463/mo

Population

26,587

College Educated

17.4%

Homeownership

47.9%

Avg Commute

27.9 min

Poverty Rate

15.6%

Median Age

34.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Stanislaus County Special Education

What grades does Stanislaus County Special Education serve?

Stanislaus County Special Education serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Stanislaus County Special Education?

Stanislaus County Special Education has an enrollment of approximately 408 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Stanislaus County Special Education?

The student-teacher ratio at Stanislaus County Special Education is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Stanislaus County Special Education rank in CA?

Stanislaus County Special Education ranks #7,784 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Stanislaus County Special Education's MySchoolScout rating?

Stanislaus County Special Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Stanislaus County Special Education?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Stanislaus County Special Education has 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Stanislaus County Special Education a charter school?

No, Stanislaus County Special Education is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Stanislaus County Special Education a Title I school?

No, Stanislaus County Special Education is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Stanislaus County Special Education?

56.9% of students at Stanislaus 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
58 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
32 Some Transit
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
408
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
56.9%
Type
special_ed
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Stanislaus County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
67.9%
4-Year Graduation
<50%

District

Stanislaus County Office of Education
District Enrollment
740
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$179,646
District Rank
#4 of 4

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