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Special Programs
School · Richland School District
6972 Keene Road, West Richland, WA 99353
Enrollment
28
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
28
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Special Programs
Special Programs is a public school in West Richland, WA, part of the Richland School District. The school serves approximately 28 students in grades Pre-K – 12th. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $120,396, where 40% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a fringe rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 28 students, Special Programs is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
Located in a rural area, Special Programs may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 28 students
- Type
- Public
- Address
- 6972 Keene Road, West Richland, WA 99353
- Phone
- (509) 967-6050
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
6972 Keene Road, West Richland, WA 99353
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Special Programs may also want to explore other schools in the area. LIBERTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Richland). Another option is Three Rivers Home Link (rated 3.8/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Richland). Additionally, Pacific Crest Online Academy (rated 3.7/10, 4.1 miles away). For more schools in West Richland, see our West Richland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Leona Libby Middle School West Richland | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Desert Sky Elementary West Richland | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| William Wiley Elementary School West Richland | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Enterprise Middle School West Richland | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Tapteal Elementary School West Richland | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| White Bluffs Elementary School Richland | 3.1 mi | 5.3 |
| LIBERTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Richland | 3.8 mi | 5.6 |
| SAGEBRUSH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Richland | 3.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Marcus Whitman Elementary Richland | 4.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Pacific Crest Online Academy West Richland | 4.1 mi | 3.7 |
| Three Rivers Home Link Richland | 4.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Jason Lee Elementary School Richland | 4.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Carmichael Middle School Richland | 4.3 mi | 5.5 |
| SAGEBRUSH MONTESSORI SCHOOL Richland | 4.3 mi | — |
| Richland High School Richland | 4.4 mi | 6.7 |
| CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Richland | 4.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Chief Joseph Middle School Richland | 4.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Orchard Elementary Richland | 5.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Rivers Edge High School Richland | 4.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Lewis & Clark Elementary School Richland | 4.9 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 99353 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$120,396
Median Home Value
$407,600
Median Rent
$1,534/mo
Population
18,702
College Educated
39.5%
Homeownership
84.7%
Avg Commute
24.7 min
Poverty Rate
6.9%
Median Age
36.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding Special Programs has a median household income of $120,396. It is a well-educated community where 40% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $407,600, with a median rent of $1,534/month. The local poverty rate of 6.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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|---|---|
| Alternative Educational Experience Winthrop, WA | — |
| BREWSTER ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Brewster, WA | — |
| Clark County Juvenile Detention School Vancouver, WA | — |
| Contracted Schools Lynnwood, WA | — |
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| EATON ARROWSMITH SCHOOL Redmond, WA | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Special Programs
What grades does Special Programs serve?
Special Programs serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Special Programs?
Special Programs has an enrollment of approximately 28 students.
Is Special Programs a charter school?
No, Special Programs is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Special Programs a Title I school?
No, Special Programs is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Special Programs?
21.4% of students at Special Programs 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
- City Safety
- Average (687/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (West Richland). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 21.4%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Benton County
- Phone
- (509) 967-6050
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Richland School District- District Enrollment
- 14,305
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,042
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