Sheriff's Detention Center serves 7 students in grades 6-12.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 7 students
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Top 1% in FL)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sheriff's Detention Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Sheriff's Detention Center's student population of 7 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
7 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (13-14)
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Sheriff's Detention Center is 0.62, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
37%
Black
43%
21%
White
43%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(10-11)≤20%
73%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
14%
6%
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 Sheriff's Detention Center?
The graduation rate of Sheriff's Detention Center is 20%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 73%.
How many students attend Sheriff's Detention Center?
7 students attend Sheriff's Detention Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Sheriff's Detention Center students are Black, 43% of students are White, and 14% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Sheriff's Detention Center offer ?
Sheriff's Detention Center offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Sheriff's Detention Center part of?
Sheriff's Detention Center is part of Pasco School District.
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