Lewis County Juvenile Detention serves 14 students in grades 5-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 62%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 14 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lewis County Juvenile Detention ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Lewis County Juvenile Detention's student population of 14 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
14 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Calendar
School Motto
PUBLIC SAFETY THROUGH PROFESSIONAL SERVICE
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lewis County Juvenile Detention is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)≥50%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
7%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
29%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
57%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
49%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Lewis County Juvenile Detention?
14 students attend Lewis County Juvenile Detention.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Lewis County Juvenile Detention students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are American Indian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lewis County Juvenile Detention?
Lewis County Juvenile Detention has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lewis County Juvenile Detention offer ?
Lewis County Juvenile Detention offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lewis County Juvenile Detention part of?
Lewis County Juvenile Detention is part of Chehalis School District.
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