LEON CO JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER
52 Students
Other K - 12th
School Overview
The Leon County Juvenile Detention Center (JDC) educational program operates under the umbrella of the Leon County School District, specifically functioning as a specialized instructional site for youth currently in custody. The primary objective of the school is to ensure that students residing in the detention facility maintain academic continuity despite their temporary confinement. By providing a structured classroom environment, the program seeks to prevent students from falling behind in their coursework while awaiting court proceedings or placement transitions.
The curriculum is designed to be flexible and highly individualized, as the student population at the facility is often transient and varies significantly in age and academic proficiency. Teachers at the JDC work to address the unique needs of these students by focusing on core subjects, credit recovery, and the development of essential academic skills. By prioritizing education within the detention setting, the Leon County School District aims to foster a sense of stability and provide students with the necessary tools to reintegrate into a traditional school environment upon their release.
The curriculum is designed to be flexible and highly individualized, as the student population at the facility is often transient and varies significantly in age and academic proficiency. Teachers at the JDC work to address the unique needs of these students by focusing on core subjects, credit recovery, and the development of essential academic skills. By prioritizing education within the detention setting, the Leon County School District aims to foster a sense of stability and provide students with the necessary tools to reintegrate into a traditional school environment upon their release.
52
Total Students
3.0
Full-Time Teachers
17.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
48.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 13 |
| Black | 36 |
| Two or More | 3 |
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Black36 (69.2%)
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White13 (25.0%)
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Two or More3 (5.8%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Other |
| School Type: | Alternative School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | LEON |
| Phone: | (850)488-7672 |
| Website: | http://www.leonschools.net/Page/30109 |
| Grade Range: | K - 12th |
| Total Students: | 52 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 3.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 17.3 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 25 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 4
1
Grade 7
6
Grade 8
10
Grade 9
21
Grade 10
10
Grade 11
3
Grade 12
1
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 4 | 1 |
| Grade 7 | 6 |
| Grade 8 | 10 |
| Grade 9 | 21 |
| Grade 10 | 10 |
| Grade 11 | 3 |
| Grade 12 | 1 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 19 | 36.5% |
| Male | 33 | 63.5% |
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