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Elbert Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center
High School · Department of Juvenile Justice
2735 Underwood Rd NE, Dalton, GA 30721
Enrollment
7
Student-Teacher
2.3:1
Grades
5th – 12th
Enrollment
7
Student-Teacher
2.3:1
Grades
5th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Elbert Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center
High School in Dalton · grades 5th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Elbert Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center
Elbert Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center is a public high school in Dalton, GA, part of Department of Juvenile Justice. Elbert Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center serves approximately 7 students, and covers grades 5th-12th, and has a 2.3:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 7 students, Elbert Shaw Regional Youth 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.
At 2.3:1 students to teachers, Elbert Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 5th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 7 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.3:1
- Address
- 2735 Underwood Rd NE, Dalton, GA 30721
- Phone
- (706) 272-2309
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Location
2735 Underwood Rd NE, Dalton, GA 30721
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Elbert Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Southeast Whitfield County High School (rated 5.5/10, 3.9 miles away). Another option is Dalton High School (rated 5.1/10, 3.4 miles away). Additionally, The Dalton Academy (rated 4.7/10, 0.6 miles away). For more schools in Dalton, see our Dalton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Phoenix High School Dalton | 0.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Dalton Jr. High School Dalton | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| The Dalton Academy Dalton | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Hammond Creek Middle School Dalton | 0.7 mi | 9.0 |
| CHRISTIAN HERITAGE SCHOOL Dalton | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Park Creek Elementary School Dalton | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Roan Elementary School Dalton | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Eastside Elementary School Dalton | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Blue Ridge Elementary School Dalton | 2.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Eastbrook Middle School Dalton | 3.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Pleasant Grove Elementary School Dalton | 3.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Cedar Ridge Elementary Dalton | 2.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Westwood Elementary School Dalton | 2.7 mi | 7.8 |
| City Park Elementary School Dalton | 2.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Antioch Elementary School Dalton | 3.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Southeast Whitfield County High School Dalton | 3.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Brookwood Elementary School Dalton | 3.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Dalton High School Dalton | 3.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Dawnville Elementary School Dalton | 3.6 mi | 6.3 |
| LEARNING TREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dalton | 4.1 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 30721 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,749
Median Home Value
$172,500
Median Rent
$898/mo
Population
52,477
College Educated
11.8%
Homeownership
64.6%
Avg Commute
21.4 min
Poverty Rate
16%
Median Age
36.5
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|---|---|
| BRIDGE ACADEMY College Park, GA | — |
| Bob Richards Regional Youth Detention Center Rome, GA | — |
| Claxton Regional Youth Detention Center Claxton, GA | — |
| DeKalb Regional Youth Detention Center Decatur, GA | — |
| Dooly County Prep Academy Vienna, GA | — |
| EASTGATE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Savannah, GA | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Elbert Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center
What grades does Elbert Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center serve?
Elbert Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center serves students in grades 5th through 12th.
How many students attend Elbert Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center?
Elbert Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center has an enrollment of approximately 7 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Elbert Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Elbert Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center is 2.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Elbert Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center a charter school?
No, Elbert Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Elbert Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center a Title I school?
No, Elbert Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 7
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Whitfield County
- Phone
- (706) 272-2309
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