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Dekalb Regional Youth Detention Center
High School · Department of Juvenile Justice
2946 Clifton Springs Rd, Decatur, GA 30034
Enrollment
7
Student-Teacher
1.8:1
Grades
5th – 12th
Enrollment
7
Student-Teacher
1.8:1
Grades
5th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Dekalb Regional Youth Detention Center
Dekalb Regional Youth Detention Center is a public high school in Decatur, GA, part of the Department of Juvenile Justice. The school serves approximately 7 students in grades 5th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 1.8:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $60,551, where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 7 students, Dekalb Regional Youth Detention Center is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 1.8:1, Dekalb Regional Youth Detention Center offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 5th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 7 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 1.8:1
- Address
- 2946 Clifton Springs Rd, Decatur, GA 30034
- Phone
- (404) 244-2183
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Location
2946 Clifton Springs Rd, Decatur, GA 30034
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dekalb Regional Youth Detention Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Columbia High School (rated 6.5/10, 2.9 miles away). Additionally, Cedar Grove High School (rated 4.8/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Ellenwood). For more schools in Decatur, see our Decatur schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Oak View Elementary Decatur | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Flat Shoals Elementary School Decatur | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Cedar Grove Middle School Decatur | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Columbia Middle School Decatur | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| HOKE MCNEAL ACADEMY Decatur | 1.5 mi | — |
| Cedar Grove High School Ellenwood | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| BASIX KNOWLEDGE ACADEMY Decatur | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Kelley Lake Elementary School Decatur | 1.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Cedar Grove Elementary School Ellenwood | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Barack H. Obama Elementary Magnet School of Technology Atlanta | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| GREENFOREST MCCALEP CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Decatur | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| CAMBRIDGE ACADEMY Decatur | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| CHRISTINE ELIZABETH ACADEMY Atlanta | 1.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Columbia Elementary School Decatur | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Bob Mathis Elementary School Decatur | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| McNair Middle School Decatur | 2.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Toney Elementary School Decatur | 2.5 mi | 7.6 |
| JOHNSON'S LEARNING CENTER Atlanta | 2.3 mi | 5.0 |
| ST PETER CLAVER REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Decatur | 2.8 mi | 9.1 |
| Columbia High School Decatur | 2.9 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 30034 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,551
Median Home Value
$228,200
Median Rent
$1,427/mo
Population
41,823
College Educated
29.2%
Homeownership
69.8%
Avg Commute
35 min
Poverty Rate
14.7%
Median Age
42.8
Community Profile
The community surrounding Dekalb Regional Youth Detention Center has a median household income of $60,551. It is an area where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $228,200, with a median rent of $1,427/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.7%. The average commute in the area is 35 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BRIDGE ACADEMY College Park, GA | — |
| Bob Richards Regional Youth Detention Center Rome, GA | — |
| Claxton Regional Youth Detention Center Claxton, GA | — |
| Dooly County Prep Academy Vienna, GA | — |
| EASTGATE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Savannah, GA | — |
| Elbert Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center Dalton, GA | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dekalb Regional Youth Detention Center
What grades does Dekalb Regional Youth Detention Center serve?
Dekalb Regional Youth Detention Center serves students in grades 5th through 12th.
How many students attend Dekalb Regional Youth Detention Center?
Dekalb Regional Youth Detention Center has an enrollment of approximately 7 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dekalb Regional Youth Detention Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Dekalb Regional Youth Detention Center is 1.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Dekalb Regional Youth Detention Center a charter school?
No, Dekalb Regional Youth Detention Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dekalb Regional Youth Detention Center a Title I school?
No, Dekalb Regional Youth Detention Center is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (2,405/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Decatur). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 7
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 1.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- DeKalb County
- Phone
- (404) 244-2183
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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