Gainesville Regional Youth Detention Center serves 17 students in grades 9-11.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-11
- Enrollment: 17 students
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gainesville Regional Youth Detention Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Gainesville Regional Youth Detention Center's student population of 17 students has grown by 183% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-11
Total Students
17 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gainesville Regional Youth Detention Center is 0.67, 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
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
24%
18%
Black
47%
36%
White
23%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (20-21)
75%
53%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Gainesville Regional Youth Detention Center?
17 students attend Gainesville Regional Youth Detention Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Gainesville Regional Youth Detention Center students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Gainesville Regional Youth Detention Center offer ?
Gainesville Regional Youth Detention Center offers enrollment in grades 9-11
What school district is Gainesville Regional Youth Detention Center part of?
Gainesville Regional Youth Detention Center is part of Department Of Juvenile Justice School District.
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