Seminole County Detention Center serves 31 students in grades 4-12.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 31 students
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- 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
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Seminole County Detention Center's student population of 31 students has grown by 158% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
31 students
Year Founded
1913
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
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.
Hispanic
19%
38%
Black
55%
21%
White
16%
34%
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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?
31 students attend Seminole County Detention Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Seminole County Detention Center students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, and 10% 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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