LOS ANGELES COUNTY SPECIAL EDUCATION

Los Angeles County Special Education is a public school that is part of the Los Angeles County Office of Education school district, located in Downey, CA with about 448 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 12th Grade. With about 13 teachers, Los Angeles County Special Education has a student/teacher ratio of about 34:1. 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 facility located at 9300 Imperial Highway in Downey, California, serves as the administrative headquarters for the **Los Angeles County Office of Education (LACOE)**. Rather than functioning as a single school site, LACOE acts as the regional intermediate agency that provides vital support and specialized services to the 80 individual school districts across Los Angeles County. Its mission is to ensure that all students—particularly those with complex needs—have access to high-quality educational opportunities and resources.

In the realm of special education, LACOE operates specialized programs for students with diverse needs, including those who are medically fragile, have severe behavioral challenges, or require intensive support services that local school districts may not be equipped to handle independently. The office provides oversight, curriculum development, professional training for teachers, and direct instructional support for students in various settings, including juvenile court schools and community schools. By acting as a central hub, LACOE plays a critical role in coordinating county-wide educational policies and ensuring that special education mandates are effectively implemented throughout the region.

For more information, contact Los Angeles County Special Education at (562) 803-8306 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.