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Juvenile Justice Center
School · South Bend Community School Corp
1000 S Michigan Ave, South Bend, IN 46601
Enrollment
16
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
16
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Juvenile Justice Center
Juvenile Justice Center is a public school in South Bend, IN, part of the South Bend Community School Corp. The school serves approximately 16 students in grades Kindergarten – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 5.3:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $27,080, where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a midsize city setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 16 students, Juvenile Justice 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 5.3:1, Juvenile Justice 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
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 16 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.3:1
- Address
- 1000 S Michigan Ave, South Bend, IN 46601
- Phone
- (574) 235-5437
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Funding & Resources
Location
1000 S Michigan Ave, South Bend, IN 46601
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Juvenile Justice Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. Studebaker Center (rated 7.1/10, 0.7 miles away). Additionally, South Bend Virtual School (rated 4.7/10, 1.7 miles away). For more schools in South Bend, see our South Bend schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DEPAUL ACADEMY South Bend | 0.0 mi | — |
| Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend South Bend | 0.4 mi | 8.9 |
| Riley High School South Bend | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Studebaker Center South Bend | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| ST MATTHEW CATHEDRAL SCHOOL South Bend | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| OUR LADY OF HUNGARY SCHOOL South Bend | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| ST JOSEPH GRADE SCHOOL South Bend | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Jefferson Traditional School South Bend | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD MONTESSORI SCHOOL South Bend | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| ST JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL South Bend | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Monroe Elementary School South Bend | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Madison S.T.E.A.M. Academy South Bend | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Lincoln Elementary School South Bend | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| YESHIVA OF SOUTH BEND South Bend | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Adams High School South Bend | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Rise Up Academy at Eggleston South Bend | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| South Bend Virtual School South Bend | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| TRINITY SCHOOL AT GREENLAWN South Bend | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Muessel Elementary School South Bend | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| McKinley Elementary School South Bend | 1.8 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 46601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$27,080
Median Home Value
$131,600
Median Rent
$784/mo
Population
4,933
College Educated
22.5%
Homeownership
19.8%
Avg Commute
17.8 min
Poverty Rate
40%
Median Age
39
Community Profile
The community surrounding Juvenile Justice Center has a median household income of $27,080. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $131,600, with a median rent of $784/month. The area has a poverty rate of 40.0%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 18 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Juvenile Justice Center
What grades does Juvenile Justice Center serve?
Juvenile Justice Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Juvenile Justice Center?
Juvenile Justice Center has an enrollment of approximately 16 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Juvenile Justice Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Juvenile Justice Center is 5.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Juvenile Justice Center a charter school?
No, Juvenile Justice Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Juvenile Justice Center a Title I school?
No, Juvenile Justice Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Juvenile Justice Center?
37.5% of students at Juvenile Justice 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.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (3,032/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (South Bend). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 16
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 37.5%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- St. Joseph County
- Phone
- (574) 235-5437
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
South Bend Community School Corp- District Enrollment
- 14,486
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,751
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