Serving 25 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Allen Co Juvenile Center ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 1:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 25 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 1:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in IN)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Allen Co Juvenile Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Allen Co Juvenile Center's student population of 25 students has grown by 316% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 107% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
25 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Allen Co Juvenile Center is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
1:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
3%
Hispanic
16%
14%
Black
28%
13%
White
36%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Allen Co Juvenile Center often compared to?
Allen Co Juvenile Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Carroll High School, Northrop High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Allen Co Juvenile Center?
25 students attend Allen Co Juvenile Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Allen Co Juvenile Center students are White, 28% of students are Black, 16% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Allen Co Juvenile Center?
Allen Co Juvenile Center has a student ration of 1:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Allen Co Juvenile Center offer ?
Allen Co Juvenile Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Allen Co Juvenile Center part of?
Allen Co Juvenile Center is part of Fort Wayne Community Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Allen Co Juvenile Center located?
Allen Co Juvenile Center is located in the Five Points neighborhood of Fort Wayne, IN. There are 1 other public schools located in Five Points.
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