Average
#2820 of 3,778 schools in FL
Detention Center West
School · HILLSBOROUGH
3948 W DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD, Tampa, FL 33614
Enrollment
74
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
5.0
Grades
3rd – 12th
Enrollment
74
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
5.0
Grades
3rd – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,820 of 3,778
In Tampa
#110 of 161
public schools
In district
#190 of 286
HILLSBOROUGH
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Detention Center West
Detention Center West is a public school in Tampa, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. Detention Center West serves approximately 74 students, and covers grades 3rd-12th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Detention Center West has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,820 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Detention Center West show 25% reading/ELA proficiency (2017 EdFacts).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- FL avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 74 students, Detention Center West is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Score Breakdown
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Detention Center West — Students at Detention Center West score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
35.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores FL EDFACTS (2016-17)
Based on 1 test record from FL state assessments. About our data
How Detention Center West Compares
See how Detention Center West performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3948 W DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD, Tampa, FL 33614
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Detention Center West may also want to explore other schools in the area. ROLAND PARK K-8 MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 9.4/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WEST TAMPA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MACFARLANE PARK ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tampa, see our Tampa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LES PETERS ACADEMY Tampa | 0.1 mi | — |
| JESUIT HIGH SCHOOL Tampa | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| ST LAWRENCE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Tampa | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| ALEXANDER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| TAMPA BAY BOULEVARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| PIERCE MIDDLE SCHOOL Tampa | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| LAVOY EXCEPTIONAL CENTER Tampa | 1.7 mi | 4.2 |
| ROLAND PARK K-8 MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa | 1.8 mi | 9.4 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL TAMPA Tampa | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| TRINITY SCHOOL FOR CHILDREN Tampa | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| JEFFERSON HIGH SCHOOL Tampa | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| MACFARLANE PARK ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa | 1.9 mi | 8.3 |
| EGYPT LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| WEST TAMPA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 2.0 mi | 8.6 |
| LETO HIGH SCHOOL Tampa | 2.2 mi | 6.4 |
| WESTMINSTER ACADEMY Tampa | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
| TAMPA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Tampa | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| MENDENHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| BEACH PARK SCHOOL Tampa | 2.5 mi | 7.8 |
| OAK GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 2.4 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33614 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,143
Median Home Value
$295,700
Median Rent
$1,399/mo
Population
46,218
College Educated
23.1%
Homeownership
42.2%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
16.5%
Median Age
40
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| EDUCATIONAL HARBOR Palmetto, FL | 5.0 |
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| EPHESUS ADVENTIST ACADEMY West Palm Beach, FL | 5.0 |
| SUMTER PREP ACADEMY Bushnell, FL | 5.0 |
| DORIS A. SANDERS LEARNING CENTER Lakeland, FL | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Detention Center West
What grades does Detention Center West serve?
Detention Center West serves students in grades 3rd through 12th.
How many students attend Detention Center West?
Detention Center West has an enrollment of approximately 74 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Detention Center West?
The student-teacher ratio at Detention Center West is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Detention Center West rank in FL?
Detention Center West ranks #2,820 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Detention Center West's MySchoolScout rating?
Detention Center West has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Detention Center West?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Detention Center West has 25% reading/ELA proficiency (2017 EdFacts).
Is Detention Center West a charter school?
No, Detention Center West is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Detention Center West a Title I school?
No, Detention Center West is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Detention Center West?
35.1% of students at Detention Center West qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 3rd – 12th
- Enrollment
- 74
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 35.1%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Phone
- (813) 871-7650
- 4-Year Graduation
- <50%
Resources & Links
District
HILLSBOROUGH- District Enrollment
- 224,152
- Schools in District
- 305
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,590
- District Rank
- #190 of 286
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