Spectrum Center鈥揟ara Hills in San Pablo, CA is a nonsectarian special education school serving grades 1 through 12 with a total enrollment of 38 students.
Founded in 2025, this suburban private school maintains a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 6:1 and an average class size of 8.
The school's student body is 78.72 percent students of color, reflecting diverse enrollment within a suburban community setting.
Spectrum Center offers a summer school program and employs six teachers to support its student population.
As a member of the California Association of 草榴社区 Special Education Schools (CAPSES), the school follows a casual dress code policy.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 38 students
- Average class size: 8 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
ASD, ID, ED, SLI, SLD, OHI, MD,
Year Founded
2025
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
38 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
79%
State avg.: 52%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
8 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- Students must have an IEP and only applications/ referrals submitted by the school district will be considered for admission.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Spectrum Center - Tara Hills?
The application deadline for Spectrum Center - Tara Hills is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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(510) 724-0242
1.8 miles
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
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Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
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Pinole, CA 94564
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