Special Services serves 49 students in grades Prekindergarten-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 63%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 72%).
Minority enrollment is 12% 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: 49 students
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in WA)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Special Services ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Special Services's student population of 49 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
49 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Special Services is 0.22, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)<50%
63%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)<50%
72%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
9%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
88%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
n/a
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 63% WA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 72% WA state average).
How many students attend Special Services?
49 students attend Special Services.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Special Services students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Special Services offer ?
Special Services offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Special Services part of?
Special Services is part of Clarkston School District.
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