Savannah Regional Youth Detention Center

Savannah Regional Youth Detention Center serves 16 students in grades 6-12. 
Minority enrollment is 75% 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: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 16 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 75%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

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School Overview

Savannah Regional Youth Detention Center's student population of 16 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
16 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
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School Rankings

The diversity score of Savannah Regional Youth Detention Center is 0.38, 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.
This School
State Level (GA)
Student : Teacher Ratio
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14:1
American Indian
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Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
18%
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Black
75%
36%
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White
25%
36%
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Hawaiian
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Two or more races
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5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.38
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

How many students attend Savannah Regional Youth Detention Center?
16 students attend Savannah Regional Youth Detention Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Savannah Regional Youth Detention Center students are Black, and 25% of students are White.
What grades does Savannah Regional Youth Detention Center offer ?
Savannah Regional Youth Detention Center offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Savannah Regional Youth Detention Center part of?
Savannah Regional Youth Detention Center is part of Department Of Juvenile Justice School District.
In what neighborhood is Savannah Regional Youth Detention Center located?
Savannah Regional Youth Detention Center is located in the Chatham Parkway neighborhood of Savannah, GA.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 16 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 75%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

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