Serving 33 students in grades 6-12, Brazos Co Juvenile Detention Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 33 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50% in TX)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brazos Co Juvenile Detention Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Brazos Co Juvenile Detention Center's student population of 33 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
33 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Brazos Co Juvenile Detention Center is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
27%
53%
Black
61%
13%
White
9%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Brazos Co Juvenile Detention Center?
33 students attend Brazos Co Juvenile Detention Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Brazos Co Juvenile Detention Center students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brazos Co Juvenile Detention Center?
Brazos Co Juvenile Detention Center has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Brazos Co Juvenile Detention Center offer ?
Brazos Co Juvenile Detention Center offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Brazos Co Juvenile Detention Center part of?
Brazos Co Juvenile Detention Center is part of Bryan Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Brazos Co Juvenile Detention Center located?
Brazos Co Juvenile Detention Center is located in the Brazos County Complex neighborhood of Bryan, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Brazos County Complex.
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