Special Services serves 152 students in grades Prekindergarten-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 30:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 152 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 30:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Special Services ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Special Services's student population of 152 students has grown by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 400% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
152 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Rankings
The diversity score of Special Services is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
30:1
13:1
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
21%
12%
Black
15%
12%
White
50%
60%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Special Services?
152 students attend Special Services.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Special Services students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Special Services?
Special Services has a student ration of 30:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Special Services offer ?
Special Services offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Special Services part of?
Special Services is part of Shakopee Public School District.
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