Augusta Regional Youth Detention Center serves 17 students in grades 5-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 17 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Augusta Regional Youth Detention Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Augusta Regional Youth Detention Center's student population of 17 students has grown by 54% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
Total Students
17 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Augusta Regional Youth Detention Center is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
19%
Black
88%
36%
White
12%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
59%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Augusta Regional Youth Detention Center?
17 students attend Augusta Regional Youth Detention Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Augusta Regional Youth Detention Center students are Black, and 12% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Augusta Regional Youth Detention Center?
Augusta Regional Youth Detention Center has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Augusta Regional Youth Detention Center offer ?
Augusta Regional Youth Detention Center offers enrollment in grades 5-12
What school district is Augusta Regional Youth Detention Center part of?
Augusta Regional Youth Detention Center is part of Department Of Juvenile Justice School District.
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