Seminole County Detention Center serves 45 students in grades 4-12.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 45 students
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Seminole County Detention Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Seminole County Detention Center's student population of 45 students has grown by 80% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
45 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Year Founded
1913
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Seminole County Detention Center is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
31%
37%
Black
51%
21%
White
11%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Seminole County Detention Center?
The graduation rate of Seminole County Detention Center is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Seminole County Detention Center?
45 students attend Seminole County Detention Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Seminole County Detention Center students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Seminole County Detention Center offer ?
Seminole County Detention Center offers enrollment in grades 4-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Seminole County Detention Center part of?
Seminole County Detention Center is part of Seminole School District.
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