Escambia Juvenile Detention serves 67 students in grades 3-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 55%).
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 3-12
- Enrollment: 67 students
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Escambia Juvenile Detention's student population of 67 students has grown by 123% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 80% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
67 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Showing 2004–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
The diversity score of Escambia Juvenile Detention is 0.53, 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.
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
55%
Hispanic
4%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
57%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
39%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
<50%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
7%
Showing 2003–2013. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
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 Escambia Juvenile Detention?
The graduation rate of Escambia Juvenile Detention is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Escambia Juvenile Detention?
67 students attend Escambia Juvenile Detention.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Escambia Juvenile Detention students are Black, 39% of students are White, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Escambia Juvenile Detention offer ?
Escambia Juvenile Detention offers enrollment in grades 3-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Escambia Juvenile Detention part of?
Escambia Juvenile Detention is part of Escambia School District.
In what neighborhood is Escambia Juvenile Detention located?
Escambia Juvenile Detention is located in the South Pensacola neighborhood of Pensacola, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in South Pensacola.
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