Claxton Regional Youth Detention Center serves 10 students in grades 5-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 10 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Claxton Regional Youth Detention Center's student population of 10 students has grown by 233% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
10 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Claxton Regional Youth Detention Center is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
14:1
Black
70%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
30%
34%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
63%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Claxton Regional Youth Detention Center?
10 students attend Claxton Regional Youth Detention Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Claxton Regional Youth Detention Center students are Black, and 30% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Claxton Regional Youth Detention Center?
Claxton Regional Youth Detention Center has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Claxton Regional Youth Detention Center offer ?
Claxton Regional Youth Detention Center offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Claxton Regional Youth Detention Center part of?
Claxton Regional Youth Detention Center is part of Department Of Juvenile Justice School District.
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