School Overview
The **CVSEC (Cannon Valley Special Education Cooperative) STEP program**, located at 2800 1st Avenue NW in Faribault, Minnesota, is a specialized educational initiative designed to support students with unique learning and developmental needs. As part of a larger cooperative, the program focuses on providing tailored instruction, therapeutic support, and individualized transition planning to help students succeed both academically and in their daily lives. The environment is structured to offer specialized services that may not be available in a traditional general education setting, ensuring that each student receives the specific accommodations necessary for their growth.

Beyond traditional academics, the STEP program emphasizes the development of essential life and vocational skills. By partnering with families and local school districts, the facility aims to bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world independence. The staff generally consists of multidisciplinary teams—including special education teachers, paraprofessionals, and support specialists—who work collaboratively to foster a supportive, inclusive, and goal-oriented atmosphere that prepares students for post-secondary success.
44
Total Students
8.3
Full-Time Teachers
5.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
31.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for CVSEC STEP
Demographic Student Count
White34
Hispanic3
Black6
Asian1
  • White
    34 (77.3 %)
  • Black
    6 (13.6 %)
  • Hispanic
    3 (6.8 %)
  • Asian
    1 (2.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Special Education School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Cannon Valley Special Education Coo
Phone: (507)209-2030
Website: http://cannonvalleyspecialed.org/
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 44
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 8.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 5.3
NSLP Participation:1 No
Qualified Free Lunch: 14
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 12 44

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for CVSEC STEP
Grade Student Count
Grade 1244
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for CVSEC STEP
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female2352.3%
Male2147.7%