St. Johns County Detention Center serves 34 students in grades 5-12.
Minority enrollment was 59% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
Total Students
34 students
Total Classroom Teachers (07-08)
3 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
38%
Black
56%
21%
White
41%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (02-03)
2%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend St. Johns County Detention Center?
34 students attend St. Johns County Detention Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of St. Johns County Detention Center students are Black, 41% of students are White, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does St. Johns County Detention Center offer ?
St. Johns County Detention Center offers enrollment in grades 5-12
What school district is St. Johns County Detention Center part of?
St. Johns County Detention Center is part of St. Johns School District.
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