Needs Improvement
#1205 of 1,288 schools in LA
Florida Parishes Juvenile Detention Center
School · Tangipahoa Parish
28528 Highway 190, Covington, LA 70433
Enrollment
150
Student-Teacher
30:1
Score
3.8
Grades
3rd – 12th
Enrollment
150
Student-Teacher
30:1
Score
3.8
Grades
3rd – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Louisiana schools
#1,205 of 1,288
In Covington
#7 of 7
public schools
In district
#28 of 32
Tangipahoa Parish
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Florida Parishes Juvenile Detention Center
Florida Parishes Juvenile Detention Center is a public school in Covington, LA, part of Tangipahoa Parish. Florida Parishes Juvenile Detention Center serves approximately 150 students, and covers grades 3rd-12th, and has a 30:1 student-teacher ratio. Florida Parishes Juvenile Detention Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,205 of 1,288 schools in LA.
Structured state assessment records for Florida Parishes Juvenile Detention Center show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.1
- LA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 150 students, Florida Parishes 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 Florida Parishes 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.
Florida Parishes Juvenile Detention Center runs 30:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Florida Parishes Juvenile Detention Center — Students at Florida Parishes Juvenile Detention Center score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
37.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)
Based on 24 test records from LA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.
How Florida Parishes Juvenile Detention Center Compares
See how Florida Parishes 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
28528 Highway 190, Covington, LA 70433
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Florida Parishes Juvenile Detention Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. Madisonville Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Madisonville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Folsom Junior High School (rated 8.4/10, 9.6 miles away, in nearby Folsom), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Madisonville Junior High School (rated 8.2/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Madisonville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Covington, see our Covington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 70433 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,354
Median Home Value
$316,200
Median Rent
$1,373/mo
Population
41,770
College Educated
44.7%
Homeownership
68.8%
Avg Commute
28.9 min
Poverty Rate
9.8%
Median Age
40.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Florida Parishes Juvenile Detention Center
What grades does Florida Parishes Juvenile Detention Center serve?
Florida Parishes Juvenile Detention Center serves students in grades 3rd through 12th.
How many students attend Florida Parishes Juvenile Detention Center?
Florida Parishes Juvenile Detention Center has an enrollment of approximately 150 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Florida Parishes Juvenile Detention Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Florida Parishes Juvenile Detention Center is 30:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Florida Parishes Juvenile Detention Center rank in LA?
Florida Parishes Juvenile Detention Center ranks #1,205 of 1,288 schools in LA.
What is Florida Parishes Juvenile Detention Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Florida Parishes Juvenile Detention Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Florida Parishes Juvenile Detention Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Florida Parishes Juvenile Detention Center has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).
Is Florida Parishes Juvenile Detention Center a charter school?
No, Florida Parishes Juvenile Detention Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Florida Parishes Juvenile Detention Center a Title I school?
No, Florida Parishes Juvenile Detention Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Florida Parishes Juvenile Detention Center?
37.3% of students at Florida Parishes 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
- 3rd – 12th
- Enrollment
- 150
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 30:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 37.3%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Tangipahoa Parish
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.0%
- Phone
- (985) 893-6292
- 4-Year Graduation
- ≤10%
Resources & Links
District
Tangipahoa Parish- District Enrollment
- 20,513
- Schools in District
- 33
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,808
- District Rank
- #28 of 32
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