Serving 17 students in grades 4-12, Saginaw County Juvenile Center ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 17 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in MI)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saginaw County Juvenile Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Saginaw County Juvenile Center's student population of 17 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
17 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Saginaw County Juvenile Center is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
76%
18%
White
12%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI 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 37% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MI state average).
How many students attend Saginaw County Juvenile Center?
17 students attend Saginaw County Juvenile Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Saginaw County Juvenile Center students are Black, 12% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Saginaw County Juvenile Center?
Saginaw County Juvenile Center has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Saginaw County Juvenile Center offer ?
Saginaw County Juvenile Center offers enrollment in grades 4-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Saginaw County Juvenile Center part of?
Saginaw County Juvenile Center is part of Saginaw Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Saginaw County Juvenile Center located?
Saginaw County Juvenile Center is located in the Saginaw Township North neighborhood of Saginaw, MI. There are 5 other public schools located in Saginaw Township North.
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