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#2614 of 3,778 schools in FL
Leon Co Juvenile Detention Center
School · LEON
2303 RONELLIS DR, Tallahassee, FL 32310
Enrollment
36
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
36
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,614 of 3,778
In Tallahassee
#31 of 52
public schools
In district
#29 of 50
LEON
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Leon Co Juvenile Detention Center
Leon Co Juvenile Detention Center is a public school in Tallahassee, FL, part of LEON. Leon Co Juvenile Detention Center serves approximately 36 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Leon Co Juvenile Detention Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,614 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Leon Co Juvenile Detention Center show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- FL avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 36 students, Leon Co 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 Leon Co 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.
47% of students at Leon Co Juvenile Detention Center were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Leon Co Juvenile Detention Center — Students at Leon Co Juvenile Detention Center score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
25%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL EDFACTS (2016-17)
Based on 13 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.
How Leon Co Juvenile Detention Center Compares
See how Leon Co 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
2303 RONELLIS DR, Tallahassee, FL 32310
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Leon Co Juvenile Detention Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. FLORIDA A&M UNIVERSITY DEVELOPMENTAL RESEARCH SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GRETCHEN EVERHART SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SECOND CHANCE AT GHAZVINI LEARNING CENTER (rated 4.1/10, 2.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Tallahassee, see our Tallahassee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32310 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$38,493
Median Home Value
$118,000
Median Rent
$1,025/mo
Population
14,769
College Educated
22.3%
Homeownership
50.1%
Avg Commute
24.5 min
Poverty Rate
28.9%
Median Age
31.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Leon Co Juvenile Detention Center
What grades does Leon Co Juvenile Detention Center serve?
Leon Co Juvenile Detention Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Leon Co Juvenile Detention Center?
Leon Co Juvenile Detention Center has an enrollment of approximately 36 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Leon Co Juvenile Detention Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Leon Co Juvenile Detention Center is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Leon Co Juvenile Detention Center rank in FL?
Leon Co Juvenile Detention Center ranks #2,614 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Leon Co Juvenile Detention Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Leon Co Juvenile Detention Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Leon Co Juvenile Detention Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Leon Co Juvenile Detention Center has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017).
Is Leon Co Juvenile Detention Center a charter school?
No, Leon Co Juvenile Detention Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Leon Co Juvenile Detention Center a Title I school?
No, Leon Co Juvenile Detention Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Leon Co Juvenile Detention Center?
25.0% of students at Leon Co 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
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 36
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 25.0%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Leon County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.2%
- Phone
- (850) 488-7672
Resources & Links
District
LEON- District Enrollment
- 31,769
- Schools in District
- 56
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,997
- District Rank
- #29 of 50
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