Detention Center serves 10 students in grades 3-12.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 3-12
- Enrollment: 10 students
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Detention Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Detention Center's student population of 10 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
10 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (20-21)
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Detention Center is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
20%
9%
Black
30%
18%
White
50%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
50%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Detention Center?
10 students attend Detention Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Detention Center students are White, 30% of students are Black, and 20% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Detention Center offer ?
Detention Center offers enrollment in grades 3-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Detention Center part of?
Detention Center is part of Bay-Arenac Independent School District.
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