Spokane Juvenile Detention School

Spokane Juvenile Detention School serves 19 students in grades 6-12. 
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 62%).
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 19 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 63%
  • : ≥50%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Spokane Juvenile Detention School's student population of 19 students has grown by 72% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
19 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a

School Rankings

The diversity score of Spokane Juvenile Detention School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (WA)
(15-16)
≥50%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
26%
27%
Black
21%
5%
White
37%
47%
Hawaiian
11%
2%
Two or more races
n/a
9%
All Ethnic Groups
0.74
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
39%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

How many students attend Spokane Juvenile Detention School?
19 students attend Spokane Juvenile Detention School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Spokane Juvenile Detention School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hawaiian, and 5% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Spokane Juvenile Detention School offer ?
Spokane Juvenile Detention School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Spokane Juvenile Detention School part of?
Spokane Juvenile Detention School is part of Educational Service District 101.
In what neighborhood is Spokane Juvenile Detention School located?
Spokane Juvenile Detention School is located in the West Central neighborhood of Spokane, WA. There are 7 other public schools located in West Central.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 19 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 63%
  • : ≥50%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

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