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Waycross Regional Youth Detention Center
High School · Department of Juvenile Justice
3275 Harris Rd, Waycross, GA 31503
Enrollment
12
Student-Teacher
4:1
Grades
5th – 12th
Enrollment
12
Student-Teacher
4:1
Grades
5th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Waycross Regional Youth Detention Center
High School in Waycross · grades 5th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Waycross Regional Youth Detention Center
Waycross Regional Youth Detention Center is a public high school in Waycross, GA, part of Department of Juvenile Justice. Waycross Regional Youth Detention Center serves approximately 12 students, and covers grades 5th-12th, and has a 4:1 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 12 students, Waycross 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 4:1 students to teachers, Waycross 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
- 12 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4:1
- Address
- 3275 Harris Rd, Waycross, GA 31503
- Phone
- (912) 287-6680
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Funding & Resources
Location
3275 Harris Rd, Waycross, GA 31503
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Waycross Regional Youth Detention Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Pierce County High School (rated 8.3/10, 12.8 miles away, in nearby Blackshear). Another option is Bacon County High School (rated 8.1/10, 18.8 miles away, in nearby Alma). Additionally, Ware County High School (rated 7.9/10, 4.0 miles away). For more schools in Waycross, see our Waycross schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ware County Middle School Waycross | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Wacona Elementary School Waycross | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Center Elementary School Waycross | 3.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Ware County High School Waycross | 4.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Waresboro Elementary School Waycross | 4.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Williams Heights Elementary School Waycross | 4.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Waycross Middle School Waycross | 4.8 mi | 6.0 |
| CROSSROADS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Blackshear | 5.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Ruskin Elementary School Waycross | 6.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Memorial Drive Elementary School Waycross | 6.7 mi | 6.8 |
| SOUTHSIDE BAPTIST CHURCH & CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Waycross | 7.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Midway Elementary School Blackshear | 8.4 mi | 8.7 |
| Blackshear Elementary School Blackshear | 10.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Pierce County Middle School Blackshear | 12.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Pierce County High School Blackshear | 12.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Bacon County Middle School Alma | 18.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Bacon County High School Alma | 18.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Hoboken Elementary School Hoboken | 16.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Bacon County Elementary School Alma | 19.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Patterson Elementary School Patterson | 17.7 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 31503 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,042
Median Home Value
$108,100
Median Rent
$823/mo
Population
23,173
College Educated
12.3%
Homeownership
67.7%
Avg Commute
20.9 min
Poverty Rate
17.7%
Median Age
37.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Atlanta Youth Development Campus College Park, GA | — |
| Bob Richards Regional Youth Detention Center Rome, GA | — |
| Crisp RYDC Cordele, GA | — |
| EASTGATE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Savannah, GA | — |
| EVANS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Martinez, GA | — |
| FLEMING DAY SCHOOL Lithonia, GA | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Waycross Regional Youth Detention Center
What grades does Waycross Regional Youth Detention Center serve?
Waycross Regional Youth Detention Center serves students in grades 5th through 12th.
How many students attend Waycross Regional Youth Detention Center?
Waycross Regional Youth Detention Center has an enrollment of approximately 12 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Waycross Regional Youth Detention Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Waycross Regional Youth Detention Center is 4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Waycross Regional Youth Detention Center a charter school?
No, Waycross Regional Youth Detention Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Waycross Regional Youth Detention Center a Title I school?
No, Waycross Regional Youth Detention Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Waycross Regional Youth Detention Center?
75.0% of students at Waycross Regional Youth 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
- 5th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 12
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.0%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Ware County
- Phone
- (912) 287-6680
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