Serving 15 students in grades 4-12, Juvenile Justice Center ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, 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 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 15 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- 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
Top Rankings
Juvenile Justice Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Juvenile Justice Center's student population of 15 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
15 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Juvenile Justice Center is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
48%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
17:1
American Indian
7%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
20%
9%
Black
13%
18%
White
53%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 36% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Juvenile Justice Center?
The graduation rate of Juvenile Justice Center is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Juvenile Justice Center?
15 students attend Juvenile Justice Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Juvenile Justice Center students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 7% of students are American Indian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Juvenile Justice Center?
Juvenile Justice Center has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Juvenile Justice Center offer ?
Juvenile Justice Center offers enrollment in grades 4-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Juvenile Justice Center part of?
Juvenile Justice Center is part of Midland School District.
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