Serving 30 students in grades 7-12, Travis County Juvenile Detention Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Top 1% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Travis County Juvenile Detention Center's student population of 30 students has grown by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
30 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Providing for public safety by effectively addressing the needs of juveniles, families, and the victims of crime.
School Rankings
Travis County Juvenile Detention Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Travis County Juvenile Detention Center is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5951 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
44%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
63%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
30%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
24%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
(14-15)≤20%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
2%
4%
Showing 2005–2019. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Travis County Juvenile Detention Center's ranking?
Travis County Juvenile Detention Center is ranked #5951 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Travis County Juvenile Detention Center?
The graduation rate of Travis County Juvenile Detention Center is 20%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Travis County Juvenile Detention Center?
30 students attend Travis County Juvenile Detention Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Travis County Juvenile Detention Center students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, and 7% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Travis County Juvenile Detention Center?
Travis County Juvenile Detention Center has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Travis County Juvenile Detention Center offer ?
Travis County Juvenile Detention Center offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Travis County Juvenile Detention Center part of?
Travis County Juvenile Detention Center is part of Austin Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Travis County Juvenile Detention Center located?
Travis County Juvenile Detention Center is located in the Greater South River City neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 6 other public schools located in Greater South River City.
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