Detention Center West serves 74 students in grades 3-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% 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: 3-12
- Enrollment: 74 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Detention Center West ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Detention Center West's student population of 74 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
74 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Detention Center West is 0.58, 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.
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
12%
37%
Black
60%
21%
White
23%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
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 Detention Center West?
The graduation rate of Detention Center West is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Detention Center West?
74 students attend Detention Center West.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Detention Center West students are Black, 23% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Detention Center West?
Detention Center West has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Detention Center West offer ?
Detention Center West offers enrollment in grades 3-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Detention Center West part of?
Detention Center West is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Detention Center West located?
Detention Center West is located in the Drew Park neighborhood of Tampa, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Drew Park.
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