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#668 of 1,992 schools in MN

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Special Services

Elementary School · SHAKOPEE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

1200 SHAKOPEE TOWN SQ, Shakopee, MN 55379

Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 11 schools in Shakopee. Learn more

Enrollment

137

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#668 of 1,992

In Shakopee

#4 of 14

public schools

In district

#4 of 10

SHAKOPEE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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Special Services

6.9/10

Elementary School in Shakopee · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Special Services

Special Services is a public elementary school in Shakopee, MN, part of SHAKOPEE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Special Services serves approximately 137 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th. Special Services has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #668 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • MN avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 137 students, Special Services 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

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics6.8Average55%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.·Area estimate · Based on 11 schools in Shakopee
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good45%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Per-Pupil Spending$13,885
Chronic Absenteeism1.5%

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

46.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

How Special Services Compares

See how Special Services performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.9/10
67th percentile in MN
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
47%
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
1.5%

Location

1200 SHAKOPEE TOWN SQ, Shakopee, MN 55379

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Special Services may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JACKSON ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LA ACADEMIA (rated 8.0/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Chaska), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BREAKAWAY ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Chaska), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Shakopee, see our Shakopee schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Sabers Online Middle School Shakopee 0.0 mi
Aspire Academy Elementary Shakopee 0.0 mi 4.0
Tokata Learning Center Shakopee 0.1 mi 5.1
Tokata ALC Independent Study Shakopee 0.1 mi
SWEENEY ELEMENTARY Shakopee 0.8 mi 6.0
MN CORRECTIONAL FACILITY-SHAKOPEE Shakopee 0.9 mi
JACKSON ELEMENTARY Shakopee 1.1 mi 8.1
Shakopee High School Shakopee 1.6 mi 7.0
Shakopee West Middle School Shakopee 1.6 mi 6.5
SWMetro CCJ Shakopee 1.9 mi
SWMetro ALC Shakopee 2.1 mi 6.7
SWMetro Independent Study Shakopee 2.1 mi
ST JOHN'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Chaska 2.1 mi 4.5
PIONEER RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Chaska 2.9 mi 4.8
BREAKAWAY ACADEMY Chaska 2.5 mi 7.9
CHASKA MIDDLE SCHOOL EAST Chaska 2.6 mi 6.3
Shakopee East Middle School Shakopee 2.5 mi 6.4
CHASKA MIDDLE SCHOOL WEST Chaska 2.7 mi 5.6
Kinder Academy Chaska 2.9 mi 5.8
LA ACADEMIA Chaska 2.9 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55379 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,824

Median Home Value

$366,300

Median Rent

$1,540/mo

Population

49,084

College Educated

39.6%

Homeownership

76.5%

Avg Commute

22.4 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

35.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Special Services

What grades does Special Services serve?

Special Services serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Special Services?

Special Services has an enrollment of approximately 137 students.

How does Special Services rank in MN?

Special Services ranks #668 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Special Services's MySchoolScout rating?

Special Services has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Special Services a charter school?

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

Is Special Services a Title I school?

No, Special Services is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Special Services?

46.7% of students at Special Services 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
25 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
137
0
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.7%
Type
special_ed
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Scott County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
1.5%

District

SHAKOPEE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
7,678
Schools in District
14
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,885
District Rank
#4 of 10

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