Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 2-12
- Enrollment: 39 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Spectrum Center
About the School
- Spectrum Center Programs was founded in 1975 by Ernie Wing and Mary Lessa, two young teachers who had a vision for creating a school based upon the principals of behavior analysis and a belief that they could make a difference in the lives of children.
- Their first “school” was started in the humblest of locations, a “classroom” located in a garage in downtown Oakland.
- Spectrum Center Schools has been a leader in providing special education services to the San Francisco Bay Area since 1975.
- Our program was founded as an alternative for students whose disabilities prevented them from attending public school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 2-12
- Enrollment: 39 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
Spectrum Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Facts
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 2-12
Students By Grade
Student Body
Total Students
39 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
93%
State avg.: 52%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: A successful future starts with Spectrum Schools and Programs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Spectrum Center?
The application deadline for Spectrum Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Spectrum Center located?
Spectrum Center is located in the Frick neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 1 other private schools located in Frick.
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