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Mason County Detention Center
High School · Shelton School District
411 N. 5th St., Shelton, WA 98584
Enrollment
5
Student-Teacher
5:1
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
5
Student-Teacher
5:1
Grades
7th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Mason County Detention Center
Mason County Detention Center is a public high school in Shelton, WA, part of the Shelton School District. The school serves approximately 5 students in grades 7th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 5:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $73,149, where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a distant town setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 5 students, Mason County Detention 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 5:1, Mason County Detention 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
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 5 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Address
- 411 N. 5th St., Shelton, WA 98584
- Phone
- (360) 426-7664
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
411 N. 5th St., Shelton, WA 98584
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mason County Detention Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Cedar High School (rated 8.3/10, 1.0 miles away). Another option is Choice Middle and High School (rated 5.4/10, 0.2 miles away). Additionally, Shelton High School (rated 4.0/10, 1.7 miles away). For more schools in Shelton, see our Shelton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Choice Middle and High School Shelton | 0.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Shelton Open Doors Shelton | 0.3 mi | — |
| Evergreen Elementary School Shelton | 0.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Cedar High School Shelton | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Bordeaux Elementary School Shelton | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Olympic Middle School Shelton | 1.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Mountain View Elementary Shelton | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Oakland Bay Junior High School Shelton | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| MASON COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Shelton | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Shelton High School Shelton | 1.7 mi | 4.0 |
| SHELTON VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Shelton | 1.8 mi | — |
| Southside Elementary Shelton | 2.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Pioneer Middle School Shelton | 5.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Pioneer Elementary School Shelton | 5.7 mi | 3.8 |
| Hood Canal Elementary School Shelton | 8.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Griffin School Olympia | 10.2 mi | 7.2 |
| McLane Elementary School Olympia | 13.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Julia Butler Hansen Elementary Olympia | 12.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Grapeview Elementary & Middle School Grapeview | 11.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Thurgood Marshall Middle School Olympia | 12.8 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98584 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,149
Median Home Value
$365,200
Median Rent
$1,250/mo
Population
40,036
College Educated
21.3%
Homeownership
77.1%
Avg Commute
32.2 min
Poverty Rate
15.5%
Median Age
41.3
Community Profile
The community surrounding Mason County Detention Center has a median household income of $73,149. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $365,200, with a median rent of $1,250/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.5%. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alternative Tamarack School Spokane, WA | — |
| Cheney Open Doors Cheney, WA | — |
| Clallam Co Juvenile Detention Port Angeles, WA | — |
| Dayton School District Alternative Program Dayton, WA | — |
| Federal Way Running Start Home School Federal Way, WA | — |
| Griffin Home Renton, WA | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mason County Detention Center
What grades does Mason County Detention Center serve?
Mason County Detention Center serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Mason County Detention Center?
Mason County Detention Center has an enrollment of approximately 5 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mason County Detention Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Mason County Detention Center is 5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Mason County Detention Center a charter school?
No, Mason County Detention Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mason County Detention Center a Title I school?
No, Mason County Detention Center is not currently a Title I school.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (2,899/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Shelton). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 5
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Mason County
- Phone
- (360) 426-7664
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Shelton School District- District Enrollment
- 4,527
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,578
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