Special Education serves 19 students in grades Prekindergarten-12.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 19 students
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Special Education ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Special Education's student population of 19 students has declined by 52% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
19 students
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
The diversity score of Special Education is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
American Indian
5%
1%
Hispanic
21%
27%
White
63%
47%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Special Education?
19 students attend Special Education.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Special Education students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Special Education offer ?
Special Education offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Special Education part of?
Special Education is part of Kelso School District.
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