Average
#2377 of 3,778 schools in FL
Duval Regional Juvenile Detention Center
High School · DUVAL
1214 E 8TH ST, Jacksonville, FL 32206
Enrollment
82
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
5.6
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
82
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
5.6
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,377 of 3,778
In Jacksonville
#87 of 184
public schools
In district
#95 of 194
DUVAL
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Duval Regional Juvenile Detention Center
Duval Regional Juvenile Detention Center is a public high school in Jacksonville, FL, part of DUVAL. Duval Regional Juvenile Detention Center serves approximately 82 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Duval Regional Juvenile Detention Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,377 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Duval Regional Juvenile Detention Center show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
At 82 students, Duval Regional Juvenile Detention Center 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.
Test scores at Duval Regional Juvenile Detention Center sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Duval Regional Juvenile Detention Center — Students at Duval Regional Juvenile Detention Center score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 70%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
3.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 15 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.3/10.
How Duval Regional Juvenile Detention Center Compares
See how Duval Regional Juvenile Detention Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1214 E 8TH ST, Jacksonville, FL 32206
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Duval Regional Juvenile Detention Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. STANTON COLLEGE PREPARATORY (rated 9.1/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DARNELL COOKMAN MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ANDREW JACKSON HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Jacksonville, see our Jacksonville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32206 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$37,585
Median Home Value
$153,500
Median Rent
$866/mo
Population
16,809
College Educated
20.6%
Homeownership
47.3%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
34.9%
Median Age
35.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Duval Regional Juvenile Detention Center
What grades does Duval Regional Juvenile Detention Center serve?
Duval Regional Juvenile Detention Center serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Duval Regional Juvenile Detention Center?
Duval Regional Juvenile Detention Center has an enrollment of approximately 82 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Duval Regional Juvenile Detention Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Duval Regional Juvenile Detention Center is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Duval Regional Juvenile Detention Center rank in FL?
Duval Regional Juvenile Detention Center ranks #2,377 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Duval Regional Juvenile Detention Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Duval Regional Juvenile Detention Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Duval Regional Juvenile Detention Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Duval Regional Juvenile Detention Center has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Duval Regional Juvenile Detention Center a charter school?
No, Duval Regional Juvenile Detention Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Duval Regional Juvenile Detention Center a Title I school?
No, Duval Regional Juvenile Detention Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Duval Regional Juvenile Detention Center?
3.7% of students at Duval Regional Juvenile Detention Center 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
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 82
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 3.7%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Duval County
- Phone
- (904) 798-4819
Resources & Links
District
DUVAL- District Enrollment
- 127,971
- Schools in District
- 208
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,578
- District Rank
- #95 of 194
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