Gainesville Regional Youth Detention Center serves 19 students in grades 8-12.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 19 students
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gainesville Regional Youth Detention Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Gainesville Regional Youth Detention Center's student population of 19 students has grown by 216% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
19 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gainesville Regional Youth Detention Center is 0.46, 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
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
5%
18%
Black
69%
36%
White
26%
36%
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
84%
54%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Gainesville Regional Youth Detention Center?
19 students attend Gainesville Regional Youth Detention Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Gainesville Regional Youth Detention Center students are Black, 26% of students are White, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Gainesville Regional Youth Detention Center offer ?
Gainesville Regional Youth Detention Center offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Gainesville Regional Youth Detention Center part of?
Gainesville Regional Youth Detention Center is part of Department Of Juvenile Justice School District.
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