Needs Improvement
#1952 of 1,992 schools in MN
Special Education Facilities
School · ST. CLOUD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
1201 2ND ST S, Waite Park, MN 56387
Enrollment
59
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
59
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,952 of 1,992
In Waite Park
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#15 of 16
ST. CLOUD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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Special Education Facilities
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About Special Education Facilities
Special Education Facilities is a public school in Waite Park, MN, part of ST. CLOUD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Special Education Facilities serves approximately 59 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio.
Special Education Facilities has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,952 of 1,992 schools in MN. Structured state assessment records for Special Education Facilities show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2012) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2012).
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.3
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 59 students, Special Education Facilities 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.
Score Breakdown
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Special Education Facilities — Students at Special Education Facilities score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2011-12)
Based on 8 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.6/10.
How Special Education Facilities Compares
See how Special Education Facilities performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1201 2ND ST S, Waite Park, MN 56387
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Special Education Facilities may also want to explore other schools in the area. Saint Cloud Math and Science Academ (rated 8.8/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Saint Cloud), which scores notably higher. Another option is WESTWOOD ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Saint Cloud), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ALL SAINTS ACADEMY-ST CLOUD CAMPUS (rated 7.9/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Saint Cloud), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Waite Park, see our Waite Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56387 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,387
Median Home Value
$230,500
Median Rent
$1,072/mo
Population
7,705
College Educated
19%
Homeownership
48.6%
Avg Commute
18.2 min
Poverty Rate
24.1%
Median Age
38.8
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| SWMetro Online Learning Shakopee, MN | 4.7 |
| ONESCHOOL GLOBAL, NA Saint Vincent, MN | 4.8 |
| STERLING NORTH - PEMBINA CAMPUS Saint Vincent, MN | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Special Education Facilities
What grades does Special Education Facilities serve?
Special Education Facilities serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Special Education Facilities?
Special Education Facilities has an enrollment of approximately 59 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Special Education Facilities?
The student-teacher ratio at Special Education Facilities is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Special Education Facilities rank in MN?
Special Education Facilities ranks #1,952 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Special Education Facilities's MySchoolScout rating?
Special Education Facilities has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 Facilities?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Special Education Facilities has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2012) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2012).
Is Special Education Facilities a charter school?
No, Special Education Facilities is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Special Education Facilities a Title I school?
No, Special Education Facilities is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Special Education Facilities?
61.0% of students at Special Education Facilities 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
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 59
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.0%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Stearns County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.0%
- Phone
- (320) 370-8000
Resources & Links
District
ST. CLOUD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 9,543
- Schools in District
- 27
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,825
- District Rank
- #15 of 16
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