School Overview
The Kern County Special Education department, operating under the umbrella of the Kern County Superintendent of Schools (KCSOS), serves as a critical support hub for students with disabilities across the region. Located at the City Centre in Bakersfield, this department provides essential leadership, resources, and direct services to ensure that students with unique learning needs receive an equitable and high-quality education. Their work involves coordinating with local school districts to implement specialized instruction, therapeutic services, and inclusive programs that meet the diverse requirements of the county's student population.

Beyond direct classroom support, the organization acts as a centralized resource for parents, educators, and community members seeking guidance on special education policies and best practices. By managing administrative oversight, professional development for staff, and specialized programs for students with significant disabilities, the department plays a vital role in fostering an educational environment that promotes student success and individual development. Those interested in learning more about their programs, regional initiatives, or contact information can visit their official website at http://www.kern.org.
387
Total Students
56.8
Full-Time Teachers
6.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
74.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Kern County Special Education
Demographic Student Count
White92
Hispanic247
Black23
Asian19
Two or More4
American Indian2
  • Hispanic
    247 (63.8%)
  • White
    92 (23.8%)
  • Black
    23 (5.9%)
  • Asian
    19 (4.9%)
  • Two or More
    4 (1.0%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.5%)
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: Kern County Office of Education
Phone: (661)636-4788
Website: http://www.kern.org
Grade Range: K - 12th
Total Students: 387
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 56.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 6.8
NSLP Participation:1 N/A
Qualified Free Lunch: 230
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 59
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 35
Grade 1 36
Grade 2 38
Grade 3 42
Grade 4 35
Grade 5 31
Grade 6 47
Grade 7 37
Grade 8 41
Grade 9 8
Grade 10 5
Grade 11 4
Grade 12 28

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Kern County Special Education
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten35
Grade 136
Grade 238
Grade 342
Grade 435
Grade 531
Grade 647
Grade 737
Grade 841
Grade 98
Grade 105
Grade 114
Grade 1228
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Kern County Special Education
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female11028.4%
Male27771.6%