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#1636 of 2,228 schools in WA
Special Education
School · Oak Harbor School District
350 S. Oak Harbor St., Oak Harbor, WA 98277
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 10 schools in Oak Harbor. Learn more
Enrollment
249
Student-Teacher
31.1:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
249
Student-Teacher
31.1:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,636 of 2,228
In Oak Harbor
#8 of 11
public schools
In district
#8 of 11
Oak Harbor School District
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Special Education
School in Oak Harbor · grades Pre-K – Pre-K. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Special Education
Special Education is a public school in Oak Harbor, WA, part of Oak Harbor School District. Special Education serves approximately 249 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 31.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Special Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,636 of 2,228 schools in WA.
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- WA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Special Education runs 31.1:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
66% 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
46.2%
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 Education Compares
See how Special Education performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
350 S. Oak Harbor St., Oak Harbor, WA 98277
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Special Education may also want to explore other schools in the area. Oak Harbor Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hillcrest Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fidalgo Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 11.0 miles away, in nearby Anacortes), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oak Harbor, see our Oak Harbor schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Homeconnection Oak Harbor | 0.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Oak Harbor Intermediate School Oak Harbor | 0.2 mi | 6.6 |
| OAK HARBOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Oak Harbor | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| DER KINDERHUIS MONTESSORI Oak Harbor | 0.5 mi | — |
| North Whidbey Middle School Oak Harbor | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Broad View Elementary Oak Harbor | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Oak Harbor High School Oak Harbor | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| iGrad Academy Oak Harbor | 0.7 mi | — |
| Oak Harbor Elementary Oak Harbor | 0.6 mi | 9.4 |
| Hillcrest Elementary Oak Harbor | 1.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Olympic View Elem Oak Harbor | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Oak Harbor Virtual Academy Oak Harbor | 2.4 mi | 3.4 |
| Crescent Harbor Elem Oak Harbor | 2.8 mi | 7.1 |
| BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH SCHOOL Oak Harbor | 3.7 mi | — |
| Coupeville Elementary School Coupeville | 6.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Coupeville High School Coupeville | 6.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Coupeville Middle School Coupeville | 6.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Open Den Coupeville | 6.3 mi | — |
| Fidalgo Elementary Anacortes | 11.0 mi | 8.3 |
| La Conner Elementary La Conner | 10.3 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98277 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,326
Median Home Value
$455,300
Median Rent
$1,651/mo
Population
40,338
College Educated
27.1%
Homeownership
59.5%
Avg Commute
20.7 min
Poverty Rate
7.5%
Median Age
35.5
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Special Education
What grades does Special Education serve?
Special Education serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Special Education?
Special Education has an enrollment of approximately 249 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Special Education?
The student-teacher ratio at Special Education is 31.1:1. 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 WA?
Special Education ranks #1,636 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Special Education's MySchoolScout rating?
Special Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
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?
46.2% 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 249
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 31.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.2%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Island County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 65.9%
- Phone
- (360) 279-5071
Resources & Links
District
Oak Harbor School District- District Enrollment
- 5,814
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,813
- District Rank
- #8 of 11
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