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Juvenile Detention Ctr
High School · EDINBURG CISD
P O BOX 990, Edinburg, TX 78540
Enrollment
28
Student-Teacher
4:1
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
28
Student-Teacher
4:1
Grades
7th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Juvenile Detention Ctr
Juvenile Detention Ctr is a public high school in Edinburg, TX, part of the EDINBURG CISD. The school serves approximately 28 students in grades 7th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 4:1. Students demonstrate 15% proficiency in math and 20% in reading/language arts.
The school is situated in a midsize city setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 28 students, Juvenile Detention Ctr 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 4:1, Juvenile Detention Ctr 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
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 28 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4:1
- Address
- P O BOX 990, Edinburg, TX 78540
- Phone
- (956) 289-2321
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 5% (2019) to 25% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 15% (2019) to 25% (2021).
Location
P O BOX 990, Edinburg, TX 78540
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Juvenile Detention Ctr may also want to explore other high schools in the area. IDEA TOROS COLLEGE PREPARATORY (rated 6.4/10, 1.5 miles away). Another option is IDEA EDINBURG COLLEGE PREPARATORY (rated 6.3/10, 1.9 miles away). Additionally, ECONOMEDES H S (rated 5.8/10, 1.8 miles away). For more schools in Edinburg, see our Edinburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HIDALGO CO J J A E P Donna | 0.0 mi | — |
| HIDALGO CO J J A E P Edinburg | 0.0 mi | — |
| HIDALGO CO J J A E P Mission | 0.0 mi | — |
| HIDALGO CO J J A E P Weslaco | 0.0 mi | — |
| EISENHOWER EL Edinburg | 1.0 mi | 3.2 |
| LINCOLN EL Edinburg | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| EDINBURG COLLEGIATE H S Edinburg | 1.1 mi | — |
| MEMORIAL MIDDLE Edinburg | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| L B JOHNSON EL Edinburg | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| AUSTIN EL Edinburg | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
| IDEA TOROS COLLEGE PREPARATORY Edinburg | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| CANO-GONZALEZ EL Edinburg | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| MACARIA DELA GARZA GORENA EL Edinburg | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| SANCTUARY ACADEMY OF THE REGIONAL BIBLE INSTITUTE Edinburgh | 1.6 mi | — |
| TRAVIS EL Edinburg | 1.7 mi | 3.8 |
| ECONOMEDES H S Edinburg | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| FRANCISCO BARRIENTES MIDDLE Edinburg | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| IDEA EDINBURG COLLEGE PREPARATORY Edinburg | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| IDEA EDINBURG ACADEMY Edinburg | 1.9 mi | 3.5 |
| MONTE CRISTO EL Edinburg | 2.2 mi | 3.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78540 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Population
0
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| ANNA ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT CENTER Anna, TX | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Juvenile Detention Ctr
What grades does Juvenile Detention Ctr serve?
Juvenile Detention Ctr serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Juvenile Detention Ctr?
Juvenile Detention Ctr has an enrollment of approximately 28 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Juvenile Detention Ctr?
The student-teacher ratio at Juvenile Detention Ctr is 4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Juvenile Detention Ctr?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Juvenile Detention Ctr has 15.0% math proficiency and 20.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Juvenile Detention Ctr a charter school?
No, Juvenile Detention Ctr is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Juvenile Detention Ctr a Title I school?
No, Juvenile Detention Ctr is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Juvenile Detention Ctr?
92.9% of students at Juvenile Detention Ctr 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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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (2,033/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Edinburg). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 28
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.9%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Hidalgo County
- Phone
- (956) 289-2321
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
EDINBURG CISD- District Enrollment
- 33,810
- Schools in District
- 46
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,129
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