SACRAMENTO COUNTY ED SPECIAL EDUCATION

Sacramento County ED Special Education is a public school that is part of the Sacramento County Office of Education school district, located in Mather, CA with about 37 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 12th Grade. With about 6 teachers, Sacramento County ED Special Education has a student/teacher ratio of about 6:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The Sacramento County Office of Education (SCOE) Special Education department, located at 10474 Mather Blvd. in Mather, California, serves as a vital regional resource for students with diverse learning needs. Rather than operating as a traditional neighborhood school, this facility acts as an administrative and educational hub that supports students who require highly specialized instruction, behavioral intervention, and therapeutic services. The program is designed to bridge the gap for students whose needs exceed what local school districts can provide, offering small, structured classroom settings and a multidisciplinary approach to education.

At its core, the SCOE Special Education division focuses on fostering independence and academic growth for students with significant disabilities, including those with autism, emotional disturbances, and complex medical or cognitive challenges. By providing specialized curricula, speech and occupational therapy, and transition services, the office ensures that students are prepared for adulthood, whether that involves further education, vocational training, or community integration. Through their centralized model, they provide essential support to school districts across Sacramento County, ensuring that every student has access to a supportive, inclusive, and individualized learning environment.

For more information, contact Sacramento County ED Special Education at (916) 228-2380 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.