Macon Regional Youth Detention Center serves 16 students in grades 7-11.
Minority enrollment is 94% 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: 7-11
- Enrollment: 16 students
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Macon Regional Youth Detention Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
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Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Macon Regional Youth Detention Center's student population of 16 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-11
Total Students
16 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Macon Regional Youth Detention Center is 0.34, 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
7%
18%
Black
81%
36%
White
6%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
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 Macon Regional Youth Detention Center?
16 students attend Macon Regional Youth Detention Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Macon Regional Youth Detention Center students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Macon Regional Youth Detention Center offer ?
Macon Regional Youth Detention Center offers enrollment in grades 7-11
What school district is Macon Regional Youth Detention Center part of?
Macon Regional Youth Detention Center is part of Department Of Juvenile Justice School District.
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