SPECIAL EDUCATION

Special Education is a public prekindergarten school that is part of the Oak Harbor School District school district, located in Oak Harbor, WA with about 152 students. With about 7 teachers, Special Education has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. 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 provided address corresponds to the **Oak Harbor Public Schools Special Education Department**, which serves as the central administrative hub for specialized instruction within the Oak Harbor School District in Washington State. This office is responsible for overseeing the coordination, implementation, and compliance of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for students across the district who require additional support to access their education.

The department functions as a resource center for families and staff, focusing on providing inclusive learning environments and specialized services—such as speech therapy, occupational therapy, and academic interventions—tailored to meet the diverse needs of students with disabilities. By centralizing these operations at the Oak Harbor Street location, the district ensures that federal and state mandates under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) are met while providing a dedicated point of contact for parents navigating the Special Education process.

For more information, contact Special Education at (360) 279-5071 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.