Special Programs serves 28 students in grades Prekindergarten-12.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 28 students
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Special Programs ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Special Programs's student population of 28 students has declined by 78% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
28 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (17-18)
6 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Special Programs is 0.46, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
18%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
71%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Special Programs?
28 students attend Special Programs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Special Programs students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Special Programs offer ?
Special Programs offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Special Programs part of?
Special Programs is part of Richland School District.
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