Serving 10 students in grades 6-12, Berrien County Juvenile Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 10 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Berrien County Juvenile Center's student population of 10 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
10 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Berrien County Juvenile Center is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
80%
18%
White
20%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI 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 40% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Berrien County Juvenile Center?
The graduation rate of Berrien County Juvenile Center is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Berrien County Juvenile Center?
10 students attend Berrien County Juvenile Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Berrien County Juvenile Center students are Black, and 20% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Berrien County Juvenile Center?
Berrien County Juvenile Center has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Berrien County Juvenile Center offer ?
Berrien County Juvenile Center offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Berrien County Juvenile Center part of?
Berrien County Juvenile Center is part of Berrien RESA School District.
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