Polk County Sheriffs Regional Detention Center serves 49 students in grades 5-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 57%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 56%).
The student:teacher ratio of 49:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 49 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 49:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: ≤10% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Polk County Sheriffs Regional Detention Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Polk County Sheriffs Regional Detention Center's student population of 49 students has grown by 68% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
49 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Polk County Sheriffs Regional 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)<50%
57%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
56%
Student : Teacher Ratio
49:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
31%
37%
Black
39%
21%
White
30%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤10%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL 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 57% FL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 56% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Polk County Sheriffs Regional Detention Center?
The graduation rate of Polk County Sheriffs Regional Detention Center is 10%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Polk County Sheriffs Regional Detention Center?
49 students attend Polk County Sheriffs Regional Detention Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Polk County Sheriffs Regional Detention Center students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, and 30% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Polk County Sheriffs Regional Detention Center?
Polk County Sheriffs Regional Detention Center has a student ration of 49:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Polk County Sheriffs Regional Detention Center offer ?
Polk County Sheriffs Regional Detention Center offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Polk County Sheriffs Regional Detention Center part of?
Polk County Sheriffs Regional Detention Center is part of Polk School District.
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