School Overview
The Placer County Special Education program, managed by the Placer County Office of Education (PCOE), serves as a regional resource dedicated to providing specialized instruction and support services to students with unique learning needs. Based in Auburn, California, the department focuses on fostering inclusive and effective educational environments for students who require individualized education programs (IEPs). By collaborating with local school districts, the program ensures that students across Placer County have access to high-quality academic, behavioral, and therapeutic support services tailored to their specific developmental goals.

The organization is committed to empowering students through a wide range of specialized programs, including early intervention, specialized academic instruction, and transition services for young adults. Their approach emphasizes evidence-based practices, professional development for educators, and strong partnerships with families to ensure each student reaches their full potential. Through their official portal, the Placer County Office of Education provides resources for parents and community members, highlighting their dedication to educational equity and student success within the special education community.
80
Total Students
12.5
Full-Time Teachers
6.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
62.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Placer County Special Education
Demographic Student Count
White43
Hispanic21
Black3
Asian5
Two or More7
American Indian1
  • White
    43 (53.7 %)
  • Hispanic
    21 (26.3 %)
  • Two or More
    7 (8.7 %)
  • Asian
    5 (6.2 %)
  • Black
    3 (3.7 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (1.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Other
School Type: Special Education School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Placer County Office of Education
Phone: (530)745-1440
Website: http://www.placercoe.org
Grade Range: K - 12th
Total Students: 80
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 12.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 6.4
NSLP Participation:1 N/A
Qualified Free Lunch: 35
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 15
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 3
Grade 1 5
Grade 2 9
Grade 3 6
Grade 4 1
Grade 5 3
Grade 6 4
Grade 7 9
Grade 8 11
Grade 9 1
Grade 10 2
Grade 11 4
Grade 12 22

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Placer County Special Education
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten3
Grade 15
Grade 29
Grade 36
Grade 41
Grade 53
Grade 64
Grade 79
Grade 811
Grade 91
Grade 102
Grade 114
Grade 1222
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Placer County Special Education
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female2835%
Male5265%