Serving 24 students in grades 7-12, Travis County Juvenile Detention Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 24 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: ≤20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Travis County Juvenile Detention Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Travis County Juvenile Detention Center's student population of 24 students has declined by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
24 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Travis County Juvenile Detention Center ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Travis County Juvenile Detention Center is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3126 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
42%
53%
Black
38%
13%
White
12%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(14-15)≤20%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Travis County Juvenile Detention Center's ranking?
Travis County Juvenile Detention Center is ranked #3126 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Travis County Juvenile Detention Center?
The graduation rate of Travis County Juvenile Detention Center is 20%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Travis County Juvenile Detention Center?
24 students attend Travis County Juvenile Detention Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Travis County Juvenile Detention Center students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Travis County Juvenile Detention Center?
Travis County Juvenile Detention Center has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Travis County Juvenile Detention Center offer ?
Travis County Juvenile Detention Center offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Travis County Juvenile Detention Center part of?
Travis County Juvenile Detention Center is part of Austin Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Travis County Juvenile Detention Center located?
Travis County Juvenile Detention Center is located in the Greater South River City neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 6 other public schools located in Greater South River City.
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