Serving 40 students in grades 7-12, Travis County Juvenile Detention Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). 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 7:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 40 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Top 1% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Travis County Juvenile Detention Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Travis County Juvenile Detention Center's student population of 40 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
40 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Providing for public safety by effectively addressing the needs of juveniles, families, and the victims of crime.
School Rankings
Travis County Juvenile Detention Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Travis County Juvenile Detention Center is 0.52, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#5951 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
63%
53%
Black
30%
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(14-15)≤20%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
4%
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 is Travis County Juvenile Detention Center's ranking?
Travis County Juvenile Detention Center is ranked #5951 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Travis County Juvenile Detention Center?
The graduation rate of Travis County Juvenile Detention Center is 20%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Travis County Juvenile Detention Center?
40 students attend Travis County Juvenile Detention Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Travis County Juvenile Detention Center students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Travis County Juvenile Detention Center?
Travis County Juvenile Detention Center has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Travis County Juvenile Detention Center offer ?
Travis County Juvenile Detention Center offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Travis County Juvenile Detention Center part of?
Travis County Juvenile Detention Center is part of Austin Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Travis County Juvenile Detention Center located?
Travis County Juvenile Detention Center is located in the Greater South River City neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 6 other public schools located in Greater South River City.
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