Serving 18 students in grades 7-11, Tri Co Juvenile Detent ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas 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 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 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-11
- Enrollment: 18 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tri Co Juvenile Detent ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Tri Co Juvenile Detent's student population of 18 students has grown by 200% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-11
Total Students
18 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tri Co Juvenile Detent ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tri Co Juvenile Detent is 0.65, which is more 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
#3126 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
22%
53%
Black
33%
13%
White
45%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tri Co Juvenile Detent's ranking?
Tri Co Juvenile Detent is ranked #3126 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
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 Tri Co Juvenile Detent?
18 students attend Tri Co Juvenile Detent.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Tri Co Juvenile Detent students are White, 33% of students are Black, and 22% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tri Co Juvenile Detent?
Tri Co Juvenile Detent has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tri Co Juvenile Detent offer ?
Tri Co Juvenile Detent offers enrollment in grades 7-11
What school district is Tri Co Juvenile Detent part of?
Tri Co Juvenile Detent is part of Sherman Independent School District.
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