SANTA CRUZ COUNTY SPECIAL EDUCATION
Santa Cruz County Special Education is a public school that is part of the Santa Cruz County Office of Education school district, located in Santa Cruz, CA with about 92 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 12th Grade. With about 11 teachers, Santa Cruz County Special Education has a student/teacher ratio of about 8:1. 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 Santa Cruz County Office of Education’s Special Education division provides comprehensive support and specialized instruction for students with disabilities across the county. Based at their Encinal Street office, the program acts as a collaborative hub, working closely with local school districts, families, and community agencies to ensure that students with diverse learning needs receive equitable access to high-quality education. Their services are designed to support individualized educational plans (IEPs) through specialized staffing, resources, and instructional frameworks that prioritize student development, inclusion, and academic success.
Beyond direct classroom support, the department serves as a vital resource for navigating the complexities of the special education system. They provide professional development for educators, guidance for parents regarding legal rights and services, and specialized programs for students ranging from early childhood through post-secondary transition. By focusing on the unique potential of each student, the Santa Cruz County Special Education division plays a foundational role in fostering an inclusive environment that helps learners overcome barriers and achieve their personal best.
For more information, contact Santa Cruz County Special Education at (831) 466-5700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Santa Cruz, CA 95060-2115
(831) 466-5700
http://www.santacruz.k12.ca.us
SANTA CRUZ COUNTY SPECIAL EDUCATION is a public school in Santa Cruz, CA with about 92 enrolled students. See other public other schools in California
School Details
- Level:
-
Other
(Special Education School)
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Santa Cruz County Office of Education
- Total Students:
- 92
- Teachers:
- 11
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 92 students
- White
- 59.8%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 23.9%
- Two or more races
- 8.7%
- Asian
- 5.4%
- Black or African American
- 2.2%
- Female
- 29.3%
- Male
- 70.7%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.