Serving 597 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Fresno County Special Education ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 3% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 3% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 597 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 11-19% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fresno County Special Education ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Fresno County Special Education's student population of 597 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
597 students
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fresno County Special Education ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fresno County Special Education is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#9520 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
21:1
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
78%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
9%
20%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
11-19%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)57.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fresno County Special Education's ranking?
Fresno County Special Education is ranked #9520 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 3% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fresno County Special Education?
The graduation rate of Fresno County Special Education is 11-19%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Fresno County Special Education?
597 students attend Fresno County Special Education.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Fresno County Special Education students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fresno County Special Education?
Fresno County Special Education has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Fresno County Special Education offer ?
Fresno County Special Education offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Fresno County Special Education part of?
Fresno County Special Education is part of Fresno County Office Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Fresno County Special Education located?
Fresno County Special Education is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Fresno, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Downtown.
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