Wilkes County Regional Detention Center serves 10 students in grades 6-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 10 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilkes County Regional Detention Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Wilkes County Regional Detention Center's student population of 10 students has grown by 150% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
10 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Wilkes County Regional Detention Center is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
14:1
Black
100%
36%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
63%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Wilkes County Regional Detention Center?
10 students attend Wilkes County Regional Detention Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Wilkes County Regional Detention Center students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilkes County Regional Detention Center?
Wilkes County Regional Detention Center has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wilkes County Regional Detention Center offer ?
Wilkes County Regional Detention Center offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wilkes County Regional Detention Center part of?
Wilkes County Regional Detention Center is part of Department Of Juvenile Justice School District.
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