Serving 14 students in grades 7-12, Juvenile Detention Center ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 14 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in TX)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Juvenile Detention Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Juvenile Detention Center's student population of 14 students has grown by 100% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
14 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Juvenile Detention Center is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
43%
53%
Black
21%
13%
White
36%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Juvenile Detention Center?
14 students attend Juvenile Detention Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Juvenile Detention Center students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, and 21% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Juvenile Detention Center?
Juvenile Detention Center has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Juvenile Detention Center offer ?
Juvenile Detention Center offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Juvenile Detention Center part of?
Juvenile Detention Center is part of Abilene Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Juvenile Detention Center located?
Juvenile Detention Center is located in the South Treadaway Area neighborhood of Abilene, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in South Treadaway Area.
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