Detention Center West serves 66 students in grades 3-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 3-12
- Enrollment: 66 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Detention Center West ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Detention Center West's student population of 66 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 75% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-12
Total Students
66 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Detention Center West is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
9%
37%
Black
73%
21%
White
12%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Detention Center West?
The graduation rate of Detention Center West is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Detention Center West?
66 students attend Detention Center West.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Detention Center West students are Black, 12% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Detention Center West?
Detention Center West has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Detention Center West offer ?
Detention Center West offers enrollment in grades 3-12
What school district is Detention Center West part of?
Detention Center West is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Detention Center West located?
Detention Center West is located in the Drew Park neighborhood of Tampa, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Drew Park.
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