Serving 18 students in grades 5-12, Juvenile Detention Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 18 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in WA)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Juvenile Detention Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Juvenile Detention Center's student population of 18 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
Total Students
18 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Juvenile Detention Center is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
16:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
56%
26%
Black
5%
5%
White
28%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% WA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Juvenile Detention Center?
18 students attend Juvenile Detention Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Juvenile Detention Center students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 6% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Juvenile Detention Center?
Juvenile Detention Center has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Juvenile Detention Center offer ?
Juvenile Detention Center offers enrollment in grades 5-12
What school district is Juvenile Detention Center part of?
Juvenile Detention Center is part of Yakima School District.
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